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Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Former NBA player Chase Budinger has qualified for the US beach volleyball team at the Paris Olympics, making him the first person to have played in the NBA and appeared in Olympic beach volleyball. Budinger, who switched to volleyball seven years ago, will compete alongside partner Miles Evans.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Former NBA player Chase Budinger has qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics in beach volleyball, representing Team USA alongside partner Miles Evans. Budinger, who played seven seasons in the NBA, transitioned to professional beach volleyball in 2018 and will be the first athlete to compete in both an NBA game and Olympic beach volleyball.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
Former NBA player Chase Budinger has qualified for the U.S. beach volleyball team for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, making him the only person to have played in both the NBA and Olympic beach volleyball.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Sports
Former NBA player Chase Budinger and his partner Miles Evans have qualified for the Paris Olympics in beach volleyball, securing the second and final U.S. men's spot with consistent top-five finishes in qualifying events. Budinger's switch from basketball to volleyball has paid off, marking his Olympic debut in a sport he loved as a child.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
Former NBA player Chase Budinger and partner Miles Evans secured the last U.S. Olympic beach volleyball spot for the Paris Games after a strong qualifying performance. This will be their first Olympics, having overtaken Theo Brunner and Trevor Crabb in the rankings. Budinger, who transitioned from a successful basketball career, and Evans have shown significant improvement since teaming up in 2023.