Markelle Fultz

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Markelle Fultz born?May 29, 1998
2. What is the college career?Played for the Washington Huskies during the 2016-2017 season
3. What is the NBA draft?Selected first overall in the 2017 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers
4. Who is Markelle Fultz?Markelle Fultz is a basketball player who was the first overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft. He played college basketball for the University of Washington and was known for his scoring and playmaking. He has played for several NBA teams, including the 76ers, Magic, and Kings.
5. Why did Markelle Fultz have trouble playing in the NBA?He had a shoulder injury called thoracic outlet syndrome, which hurts the nerves and blood vessels near his collarbone. This made it hard for him to shoot and pass the ball. The injury caused many people to think he was not living up to expectations.

Point Guard: A primary ball-handler and playmaker on a basketball team, responsible for initiating offensive plays.
Shooting Guard: A backcourt player typically focused on scoring, often from the perimeter, and providing defensive pressure.
All-American: An honor bestowed upon the top collegiate athletes in a particular sport, signifying national recognition.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS): A medical condition involving compression of nerves or blood vessels in the space between the collarbone and the first rib, leading to pain and dysfunction.