Sandro Mamukelashvili
Basketball player, NCAA star contributor
Born
May 23rd, 1999
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in Georgia and later relocating to the United States, a basketball player gained recognition for contributions at Seton Hall University. Showcased skills as a forward, particularly excelling in scoring and rebounding. Joined the NBA following a successful collegiate career, securing a spot with the Milwaukee Bucks. Continued to develop performance in professional play, gaining attention in league matches.
Played for Seton Hall University
Drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks
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