Tayshaun Prince

Basketball player with Detroit Pistons

Tayshaun Prince - Basketball player with Detroit Pistons
Born

February 28th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA from 2002 to 2013. Contributed to the team's success during the early 2000s, especially in the 2004 championship season. Known for defensive skills and versatility on the court, played a crucial role as a forward. Later played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Boston Celtics, and the Los Angeles Clippers, before concluding an 18-year professional career. Renowned for his key defensive plays and ability to guard multiple positions, earning the NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection in 2003.

Winning the NBA Championship in 2004 with the Detroit Pistons

Earning NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2003

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