Vin Baker

Vin Baker (born November 23, 1971 in Lake Wales, Florida) is a professional basketball player in the NBA, currently with the Houston Rockets.

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November 23 - 1971 - Lake Wales, Florida - NBA - Houston Rockets

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After a college career at the University of Hartford, not far from where he grew up in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, Baker was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 8th pick of the 1993 NBA draft. During the mid 90's, he appeared in four consecutive All Star games before his career was derailed by alcoholism. While his career averages include 15.1 points per game, his numbers have dropped considerably in recent years.

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University of Hartford - Old Saybrook, Connecticut - Milwaukee Bucks - 1993 NBA draft - Alcoholism

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Besides the Bucks and Rockets, Baker has played for the Seattle SuperSonics, the Boston Celtics, and the New York Knicks.

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Seattle SuperSonics - Boston Celtics - New York Knicks

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