Patrick Ewing, one of the greatest basketball players of his era, was born on August 5, 1962, in Kingston, Jamaica. Ewing is best known for his career with the New York Knicks in the NBA, where he played the majority of his career as a dominant center. He was selected by the Knicks as the first overall pick in the 1985 NBA Draft and became an 11-time NBA All-Star. Ewing’s impressive career, his leadership on the court, and his pivotal role in the Knicks’ success during the 1990s have cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players in basketball history.
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