Sean May

Basketball player and NCAA champion

Sean May - Basketball player and NCAA champion
Born

April 4th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of North Carolina, where contributed to the team's victory in the 2005 NCAA Championship. Selected in the first round of the 2005 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Bobcats. Played professional basketball in the NBA and other leagues, with stints in Europe. Known for his strong rebounding and scoring abilities.

Winning the 2005 NCAA Championship with UNC

Being selected 13th overall in the 2005 NBA Draft

Playing for the Charlotte Bobcats

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