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Patrick Ewing

Basketball Player

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Basketball

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Confident Generous Creative Warm-Hearted Passionate Natural Leader

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1962-08-05
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A legendary figure in basketball history, this Hall of Fame center played for the New York Knicks and left an indelible mark on the sport. Over the course of a stellar 16-year NBA career, he accumulated more than 20,000 points and earned a spot on 11 NBA All-Star teams. Before rising to fame on the basketball court, he spent his early years in Jamaica, where he played cricket and soccer like many other kids his age. Off the court, he found love and married Rita Williams in 1990. Together, they built a family and welcomed three children before eventually going their separate ways in 1998.

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He guided Georgetown to an NCAA Championship title in 1984, showcasing his exceptional talent and leadership on the court. A year later, in 1985, he was honored as the National Player of the Year, a testament to his outstanding performance and contributions to the team.

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