Tom Gugliotta
Basketball player, NBA All-Star
Born
December 19th, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American professional basketball player, performed successfully in the National Basketball Association (NBA) during the 1990s and early 2000s. Played for teams such as the Minnesota Timberwolves, Washington Bullets, and the Phoenix Suns. Selected as an NBA All-Star in 1997. Excelled as a versatile forward, contributing significantly to his teams both as a scorer and playmaker. Following retirement, transitioned into coaching and worked as a basketball analyst.
Selected as an NBA All-Star in 1997
Played for the Minnesota Timberwolves
Competed with the Washington Bullets
Spent time with the Phoenix Suns
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