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7-foot-3 former pro basketball player sworn in as Texas police officer

At 7-foot-3, Jordan Wilmore was told his entire life that he was destined for a career in basketball. But that was never his dream. Steve Hartman has the story.

Published July 17, 2026, 11:48 PM

Updated July 18, 2026, 12:19 AM1.4K

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7-foot-3 former pro basketball player sworn in as Texas police officer

At 7-foot-3, Jordan Wilmore was told his entire life that he was destined for a career in basketball. But that was never his dream. Steve Hartman has the story.

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7-foot-3 former pro basketball player sworn in as Texas police officer

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