Andrew Bynum
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Early Life and Entry into the NBA
Andrew Bynum is an American former professional basketball player best known for his time with the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He was born on October 27, 1987, in Plainsboro Township, New Jersey. A standout high school athlete and McDonald's All-American, Bynum decided to skip college and declare directly for the NBA draft.
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- Birth Date
- 27 Oct, 1987
- Age
- 32 yrs
- Occupations
- Basketball player
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Middlesex County
- Education
- St. Joseph High School
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- American basketball player
- Net Worth 2020
- 45 million
- Net Worth 2021
- 60 million
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In the 2005 NBA Draft, Bynum was selected tenth overall by the Los Angeles Lakers. At just 18 years and 6 days old, he became the youngest player ever to appear in an NBA game—a record that is likely to stand indefinitely, as the NBA changed its draft eligibility rules shortly after, requiring players to be at least one year removed from high school. Standing seven feet tall and weighing approximately 285 pounds, Bynum played the center position.
Career with the Los Angeles Lakers
Bynum spent seven seasons with the Lakers, gradually developing into one of the league's most effective big men. He played a key role in helping the Lakers win back-to-back NBA Championships in 2009 and 2010, serving as a dominant presence in the paint on both ends of the floor.
His breakout season came in 2011–2012, when he was named an NBA All-Star for the first time and earned a spot on the All-NBA Second Team. That season marked a peak in Bynum's career, showcasing his ability to contribute consistently as a starting center.
