Stephon Marbury
Basketball player; 2-time All-Star
Played point guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1996 to 2009. Started professional career with the Milwaukee Bucks, then played for teams including the Minnesota Timberwolves, New Jersey Nets, Phoenix Suns, and Boston Celtics. Achieved NBA All-Star status in 2001 and 2003. Transitioned to play in China, where success continued in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA). Led the Beijing Ducks to a CBA championship in 2012.
2-time NBA All-Star in 2001 and 2003
Led Beijing Ducks to CBA championship in 2012
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