Corie Blount
NBA power forward; defensive specialist
Corie Blount (born January 4, 1969) is an American former professional basketball player who had a solid career in the NBA spanning from 1992 to 2004. Playing primarily as a power forward, Blount appeared for several franchises including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Philadelphia 76ers, and Atlanta Hawks. Known for his physical defense and rebounding skills, he contributed to his teams' efforts during a competitive era of NBA basketball. Blount went undrafted in the 1992 NBA Draft but signed with the Cavaliers as a free agent, persevering through the competitive landscape to establish himself as a reliable role player. Throughout his 12-year professional career, he appeared in over 700 NBA games, demonstrating durability and consistency. While not a star player, Blount's career exemplified the importance of defensive specialists and role players in professional basketball. After retiring from professional basketball, he has remained involved in the sport through various capacities.
Athlete
American
1969
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Corie
Irish origin
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