TyTy Washington Jr.

American basketball player, Houston Rockets

TyTy Washington Jr. - American basketball player, Houston Rockets
Born

November 15th, 2001
23 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player born in 2001, played college basketball for the Kentucky Wildcats. After a successful college career, entered the 2022 NBA Draft. Selected in the second round by the Houston Rockets. Known for impressive ball-handling skills and playmaking ability, contributing to the team's development in the 2022-2023 NBA season.

Played for the Kentucky Wildcats

Drafted by the Houston Rockets in 2022

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