Terrence Jones
American basketball player, NBA champion
Born
January 9th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at the University of Kentucky, contributing to a national championship in 2012. Drafted 18th overall by the Houston Rockets in the 2012 NBA Draft. Played for the Rockets and later for the New Orleans Pelicans. Notable for versatility as a forward and contribution to team dynamics. Achieved a significant role in playoff games.
Won NCAA Championship with Kentucky in 2012
Drafted 18th overall in the 2012 NBA Draft
Played for Houston Rockets and New Orleans Pelicans
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