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Luol Deng

By Dennis Velasco, About.com

Deng only played one season at Duke University before entering the league as a lottery pick. He has fulfilled his promise ever since entering the league in 2004, improving every year statistically. Deng is one of the main players in Chicago's youth movement towards a championship and one of the league's rising stars.

Name: Luol Deng
Born: April 16, 1985 in Wow, Sudan

Team: Chicago Bulls
Jersey Number: 9
Position: Shooting Guard, Small Forward
Height: 6'9"
Weight: 220 lbs.

Nicknames: LD

High School: Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ
College: Duke University
Drafted: 2004; 1st round, 7th pick by the Chicago Bulls

Teams Played For In Career:

  • Chicago Bulls (2004-Present)

MAJOR AWARDS AND HONORS:

NBA All-Rookie Team

  • 2004-05 All-Rookie First Team

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