Bernard Robinson (basketball) facts for kids
Robinson with the Charlotte Bobcats in February 2006
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | December 26, 1980 Washington, D.C. |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Dunbar (Washington, D.C.) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Michigan (2000–2004) |
| NBA Draft | 2004 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45th overall |
| Selected by the Charlotte Bobcats | |
| Pro career | 2004–2013 |
| Career history | |
| 2004–2007 | Charlotte Bobcats |
| 2007 | New Jersey Nets |
| 2010 | Metros de Santiago |
| 2010–2011 | Minas Tênis Clube |
| 2011–2012 | Quimsa |
| 2012–2013 | Basquete Cearense |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Bernard Gregory Robinson Jr. (born December 26, 1980) is an American former professional basketball player. He played for three seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). His teams included the Charlotte Bobcats and the New Jersey Nets.
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Bernard Robinson's Basketball Journey
Bernard Robinson started his basketball career in college. He played for the University of Michigan team, the Wolverines. In 2004, he helped his team win the NIT title. This was a big achievement for him and his team.
Joining the NBA: Charlotte Bobcats
After college, Bernard was chosen in the 2004 NBA draft. The Charlotte Bobcats picked him in the second round. He was the 45th player chosen overall.
As a new player in the 2004–05 season, Bernard played in 31 games. He scored about 3 points and grabbed 1.5 rebounds per game.
Moving to the New Jersey Nets
On January 3, 2007, Bernard was traded to the New Jersey Nets. This meant he moved from the Bobcats to a new team.
Later in 2007, he had a knee injury. This injury affected his playing time. He was then traded to the New Orleans Hornets, but they decided not to keep him on their team.
Playing in Brazil: Novo Basquete Brasil
After his time in the NBA, Bernard went to play basketball in Brazil.
- In 2010, he joined a team called Minas Tênis Clube.
- In 2012, he signed with another Brazilian team, Basquete Cearense.
Bernard Robinson had a long career playing basketball both in the United States and internationally.
See also
In Spanish: Bernard Robinson para niños
