Danny Young (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 26, 1962 Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S. |
| High school | William G. Enloe (Raleigh, North Carolina) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 175 lb (79 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Wake Forest (1980–1984) |
| NBA Draft | 1984 / Round: 2 / Pick: 39th overall |
| Selected by the Seattle SuperSonics | |
| Pro career | 1984–1994 |
| Career history | |
| 1984 | Seattle SuperSonics |
| 1984–1985 | Wyoming Wildcatters |
| 1985–1988 | Seattle SuperSonics |
| 1988–1992 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| 1992 | Los Angeles Clippers |
| 1992–1993 | Detroit Pistons |
| 1993–1994 | Limoges |
| 1994 | Milwaukee Bucks |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Danny Richardson Young, born on July 26, 1962, is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He was a 6-foot-3-inch guard who played for Wake Forest University. Danny spent ten seasons in the NBA from 1984 to 1993, and again in 1994-1995. He played for teams like the Seattle SuperSonics, Portland Trail Blazers, Los Angeles Clippers, Detroit Pistons, and Milwaukee Bucks.
Danny Young was an important backup player for the 1990 Blazers team. This team made it all the way to the NBA Finals. When he retired, Danny had scored 2,622 points and made 1,674 assists in his NBA career.
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Danny Young's NBA Journey
Danny Young played for several teams during his time in the NBA. He was known for his steady play and helping his teams succeed.
Playing for the Seattle SuperSonics
Danny Young started his NBA career with the Seattle SuperSonics. He played there for several seasons. Towards the end of his time in Seattle, he wasn't playing as much. There were many other backup guards on the team. The SuperSonics tried to trade him to another team, but they couldn't find a deal. Because of this, they decided to let him go on November 3, 1988.
Time with the Portland Trail Blazers
The same day Danny Young was released by Seattle, the Portland Trail Blazers signed him. He quickly became the third main guard for the Blazers. He played alongside famous players like Clyde Drexler and Terry Porter. Danny was a key part of the Blazers team that reached the NBA Finals in 1990. He stayed with the Blazers until January 1992. He was then released to make space for a new player named Lamont Strothers.
Danny Young's Playing Style
Danny Young was not known for flashy moves or big dunks. Instead, he was valued for his excellent ball-handling skills. He was also known for playing carefully and avoiding mistakes. His steady and reliable play made him a valuable player for any team he joined.
See also
In Spanish: Danny Young para niños
