Von Wafer

Basketball player; NBA career and D-League

Von Wafer - Basketball player; NBA career and D-League
Born

July 21st, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the NBA Development League (D-League). Drafted in 2005, played for multiple teams including the Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets. Known for strong shooting skills and athleticism, contributed to team dynamics and offensive strategies during tenure in the league. Continued to pursue basketball career in international leagues following NBA experience.

Drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2005

Played for the Houston Rockets in 2008-2009

Competed in the NBA Development League

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