Ron Lee
American basketball player
Born
November 2nd, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball for the University of Oregon. Selected in the 1976 NBA Draft but did not play in the league. Played professionally in the American Basketball Association (ABA) for teams such as the New York Nets and the Indiana Pacers. Known for contributions to the sport at the collegiate level and in various professional leagues.
Played for the New York Nets
Played for the Indiana Pacers
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