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Michael
Olowokandi
Center
Birthdate
3/4/1975
Draft Info
1998: Rd 1, Pk 1 (LAC)
Birthplace
Nigeria
Overview
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Position
Center
Birthdate
3/4/1975
Draft Info
1998: Rd 1, Pk 1 (LAC)
Birthplace
Nigeria
Career History
Boston Celtics
2005*-2007 (2 Seasons)
Minnesota Timberwolves
2003-2005* (3 Seasons)
LA Clippers
2001-2003 (2 Seasons)
Los Angeles Clippers
1998-2001 (3 Seasons)
Career Highlights
All-Rookie 2nd Team
1999
NBA News
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Ja Morant switches jersey number from 12 to 1 with Portland
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