Steve Burtt Jr.

Basketball player, played in the NBA

Steve Burtt Jr. - Basketball player, played in the NBA
Born

March 7th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1984, a basketball player played as a guard. Played college basketball at the University of New York at Stony Brook and went on to have a professional career in various leagues, including the NBA. Played for teams such as the New Jersey Nets and the Atlanta Hawks. Also played internationally, making contributions to clubs in various countries.

Played in the NBA for New Jersey Nets

Competed in the EuroLeague with multiple teams

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