Amal McCaskill facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 28, 1973 Maywood, Illinois, U.S. |
| High school | St. Joseph (Westchester, Illinois) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m) |
| Listed weight | 235 lb (107 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Marquette (1992–1996) |
| NBA Draft | 1996 / Round: 2 / Pick: 49th overall |
| Selected by the Orlando Magic | |
| Pro career | 1996–2012 |
| Career history | |
| 1996–1997 | Orlando Magic |
| 1997–1998 | Fort Wayne Fury |
| 1998 | FC Barcelona |
| 1998–1999 | Panionios |
| 1999–2000 | León Caja España |
| 2000 | Proaguas Costablanca Alicante |
| 2001 | Guaiqueríes de Margarita |
| 2001 | Brujos de Guayama |
| 2001–2002 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 2002 | Atlanta Hawks |
| 2003 | Fórum Filatélico |
| 2003–2004 | Philadelphia 76ers |
| 2004 | Climamio Bologna |
| 2005 | Sagesse Beirut |
| 2007–2008 | Albany Patroons |
| 2009 | Qingdao DoubleStar |
| 2009 | Igokea |
| 2009–2011 | Incheon ET |
| 2011 | Goyang Orions |
| 2011–2012 | KTP Basket |
| 2012 | Seoul SK Knights |
| 2012 | Gaiteros del Zulia |
| 2012 | Ulsan Mobis Phoebus |
Amal Omari McCaskill (born October 28, 1973) is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He played as a center, which is usually one of the tallest players on the court.
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Amal McCaskill's Basketball Journey
Amal McCaskill had a long and interesting career in basketball. He played for many teams around the world. His journey shows how players can have careers in different leagues.
College Basketball Years
Amal McCaskill played college basketball for four years. He attended Marquette University from 1992 to 1996. Playing in college helped him get ready for professional basketball.
Joining the NBA
After college, Amal was chosen in the 1996 NBA draft. The National Basketball Association's Orlando Magic picked him as the 49th player overall. This was in the second round of the draft. Being drafted means a team wants you to play for them.
McCaskill played in the NBA for four seasons. He played for different teams during these years:
- The Orlando Magic in the 1996–97 season.
- The San Antonio Spurs in the 2001–02 season.
- The Atlanta Hawks in the 2002–03 season.
- The Philadelphia 76ers in the 2003–04 season.
Playing Around the World
Amal McCaskill also played basketball in many other countries. He was an "import" player, meaning he came from another country to play. After leaving the NBA, he played in several leagues.
He played in countries like:
In the United States, he also played for teams outside the NBA. These included the Fort Wayne Fury in 1997–98. He also played for the Albany Patroons from 2007 to 2008.
Time in the Philippines
In June 2008, Amal McCaskill moved to the Philippine Basketball Association. He played as an import for the Magnolia Beverage Masters. He helped his team reach the semi-finals. This was a great achievement for the team.
Amal McCaskill's career ended in 2012. He played for many teams across different continents. His journey shows the global nature of professional basketball.
See also
In Spanish: Amal McCaskill para niños
