Justin Knox Signs With Japanese League Team

Posted Jun 11, 2021
Former North Carolina forward Justin Knox has signed with the San-en NeoPhoenix of the B-League 1, the top-tier of Japanese basketball. Knox most recently played in South Korea for Wonju Dongbu Promy. Knox was a graduate transfer at UNC, after earning his degree at Alabama. Knox is an overseas veteran with over a decade’s experience in pro basketball. (Ceiling Is The Roof)

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