Ronald Murray

Basketball player and NBA participant

Ronald Murray - Basketball player and NBA participant
Born

July 29th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball in the National Basketball Association (NBA) after a collegiate career at Michigan State University. Debuted in the NBA in 2002 and played for several teams including the Detroit Pistons and the Seattle SuperSonics. Demonstrated scoring ability and contributed to team dynamics over a career that extended until 2011. After leaving the NBA, played internationally in various leagues, showcasing skills developed during earlier years in the sport.

Played for the Detroit Pistons

Played for the Seattle SuperSonics

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