Ben Wallace

:This article is about the basketball player. For information on the former Member of the Scottish Parliament, see Ben Wallace (UK politician).

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Ben Wallace (born September 10, 1974 in White Hall, Alabama) is a professional basketball player in the NBA who plays center (and sometimes power forward) for the Detroit Pistons. He is listed at 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) and 240 lbs (109 kg). As of 2005, he is regarded as the premier defensive player in the league. His nickname is "Big Ben."

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September 10 - 1974 - White Hall, Alabama - Basketball - NBA - Center - Power forward - Detroit Pistons - 2005 - Nickname - Big Ben

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Wallace has gained great notoriety in the Detroit area and nationwide, and fans often arrive at his games sporting wigs in honor of his trademark afro hairstyle. However, he now only has this for some games; for most games, he has his hair styled into cornrows.

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Detroit - Afro - Cornrows

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