verb (used with object), assimilated, assimilating. 1. to take in and incorporate as one's own; absorb: He assimilated many new experiences on his European trip. 2. to bring into conformity with the customs, attitudes, etc., of a group, nation, or the like; adapt or adjust: to assimilate the new immigrants.
25 years ago Mats Sundin was taken first overall at the NHL draft - and it changed the game forever. News. 25 years ago Mats Sundin was taken first overall at the NHL draft - and it changed the game forever. Mats Sundin broke a barrier to become the first European drafted No. 1 overall. The game changed forever that day. By Uffe Bodin. The year 1989 was one of great historical significance.
Green, who plays primarily at the power forward position, was named to the NBA All-Defensive Team and won his first NBA championship with the Warriors in 2015. Green was named an NBA All-Star the following season. Green grew up in Saginaw, Michigan, and played college basketball for Michigan State, where he helped the Spartans earn two Final Four appearances and a Big Ten Tournament championship in 2012.