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Christian Laettner

Christian Laettner is a retired American professional basketball player renowned for his illustrious college career with the Duke Blue Devils. A key player on Duke's consecutive National Championship-winning teams in 1991 and 1992, he earned the NCAA player of the year title during his senior year. Laettner is particularly remembered for his iconic game-winning shot against Kentucky in the 1992 NCAA tournament, solidifying his place in college basketball history. His skill and success also made him a target for opposing fans, contributing to a complex and memorable legacy.

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August 17, 1969: Christian Laettner Born

On August 17, 1969, Christian Laettner was born. He later became a successful American professional basketball player.

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1988: Attended Duke University

In 1988, Christian Laettner began attending Duke University and playing for the basketball team under coach Mike Krzyzewski.

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1990: Game-Winning Jumper Against UConn

In the 1990 regional final against UConn, Christian Laettner made a game-winning jumper as time expired, foreshadowing his later famous shot against Kentucky.

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1991: Duke National Championship

In 1991, Christian Laettner was the star player on the Duke National Championship team.

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1991: Game-Winning Free Throws Against UNLV

In the 1991 NCAA tournament semifinal, Christian Laettner swished the game-winning free throws against undefeated and heavily favored UNLV.

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1992: Led Duke to National Titles

By 1992, Christian Laettner had led the Duke Blue Devils to their first two national titles in school history.

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1992: Stepping on Aminu Timberlake

During the 1992 regional final, Christian Laettner stepped on the chest of Kentucky player Aminu Timberlake, resulting in a technical foul. This intensified the hatred he received from opposing fans.

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1992: Game-Winning Shot Against Kentucky

In 1992, Christian Laettner had a clutch performance and made the game-winning shot against Kentucky in the regional final.

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1992: The Shot and Second National Title

In 1992, Christian Laettner hit "The Shot," a game-winning, buzzer-beating turn-around jumper against Kentucky in the East Regional Final. He also led Duke to its second consecutive national title.

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1992: Dream Team Member

In 1992, Christian Laettner was part of the Dream Team

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1992: Drafted by Minnesota Timberwolves

In 1992, Christian Laettner was selected third overall in the NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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1992: Selection for the Dream Team and Olympic Gold Medal

In 1992, Christian Laettner was the only college player selected for the United States men's Olympic basketball team, known as the "Dream Team," which won the gold medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics.

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1992: Duke National Championship and Kentucky Game-Winning Shot

In 1992, Christian Laettner was the star player on the Duke National Championship team and is particularly famous for his game-winning shot against Kentucky in the 1992 tournament.

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1992: "Dream Team" Olympic Gold Medal

In 1992, Christian Laettner won an Olympic gold medal as part of the "Dream Team".

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1993: Named to All-Rookie First Team

In 1993, Christian Laettner was selected to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

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1996: Traded to Atlanta Hawks

In 1996, Christian Laettner was traded to the Atlanta Hawks alongside Sean Rooks in exchange for Spud Webb and Andrew Lang.

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1997: Named NBA All-Star

In 1997, Christian Laettner was named as an All-Star while playing in the NBA.

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1997: Selected to the All-Star Game

In 1997, Christian Laettner was selected to the All-Star Game while with the Atlanta Hawks.

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2004: Suspension for Marijuana Use

In 2004, Christian Laettner was suspended for several games for using marijuana.

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2005: End of NBA career

In 2005, Christian Laettner finished his NBA career.

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2006: Ranked Fifth Most Memorable Sports Moment

In 2006, The Best Damn Sports Show Period ranked Laettner's game-winning shot against Kentucky the fifth most memorable moment in sports history.

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2009: All-WNY Team Selection

In 2009, Christian Laettner was named to the 1980s All-Western New York (WNY) first team and the All-time All-WNY team.

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2010: Enshrinement in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

In 2010, Christian Laettner was enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as a member of the 1992 Dream Team.

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2011: Youth Basketball Training Camps

Since 2011, Christian Laettner has operated numerous youth basketball training camps.

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