Stromile Swift

Basketball player with NBA experience

Stromile Swift - Basketball player with NBA experience
Born

November 21st, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This basketball player played college basketball for LSU, where notable performances included leading the Tigers to the NCAA Tournament. Swift was selected with the second overall pick in the 2000 NBA Draft by the Vancouver Grizzlies. In the NBA, played for teams such as the Grizzlies, New Orleans Hornets, and the Houston Rockets. Swift exhibited leaping ability and athleticism, contributing to team dynamics during his tenure.

Selected 2nd overall in 2000 NBA Draft

Played for the Vancouver Grizzlies and New Orleans Hornets

Competed in NCAA Tournament with LSU

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