Tyler Hansbrough

Basketball player; NBA Champion

Tyler Hansbrough - Basketball player; NBA Champion
Born

November 3rd, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player played college basketball for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Achieved significant success in college, winning the Naismith College Player of the Year award in 2008. Drafted by the Indiana Pacers in 2009, played multiple seasons in the NBA with notable contributions. Also played for teams such as the Toronto Raptors and the Beijing Ducks. After concluding the NBA career, transitioned to international play.

Naismith College Player of the Year award in 2008

Winning the 2010 NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers

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