Vernon Carey Jr.

Basketball player, Charlotte Hornets

Vernon Carey Jr. - Basketball player, Charlotte Hornets
Born

February 25th, 2001
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball for the Duke Blue Devils and helped the team reach the NCAA Tournament. Drafted by the Charlotte Hornets in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft. Competed in the NBA and contributed to the team's efforts during the regular season.

Played for the Duke Blue Devils

Drafted by the Charlotte Hornets

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