Sam Cassell

Basketball player, 2-time NBA Champion

Sam Cassell - Athletes & Sports Figures born November 18th, 1969
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A professional basketball player and coach, played as a point guard during an 18-year NBA career. Played for the Houston Rockets, winning championships in 1994 and 1995. Also played for the Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, and Los Angeles Clippers, among other teams. Transitioned to coaching, serving as an assistant coach in the NBA after retirement as a player.

Won 2 NBA Championships with the Houston Rockets

Selected for the NBA All-Star game in 2004

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