Thabo Sefolosha

Swiss basketball player and NBA champion

Thabo Sefolosha - Swiss basketball player and NBA champion
Born

May 2nd, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Switzerland

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A professional basketball player, participated in the NBA from 2006 to 2020. Played primarily as a shooting guard and small forward. Started career with the Chicago Bulls, later played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Atlanta Hawks, and other teams. Gained recognition for defensive skills and three-point shooting. Played a key role in the Oklahoma City Thunder team that reached the NBA Finals in 2012, contributing to the team's efforts to compete for the championship.

Reached the NBA Finals in 2012 with the Oklahoma City Thunder

Played for teams including Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks

Contributed to defensive strategies and team dynamics

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