Delaney Rudd facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 8, 1962 Hollister, North Carolina, U.S. |
| High school | Eastman (Hollister, North Carolina) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Wake Forest (1981–1985) |
| NBA Draft | 1985 / Round: 4 / Pick: 83rd overall |
| Selected by the Utah Jazz | |
| Pro career | 1985–1999 |
| Career history | |
| 1985 | Westchester Golden Apples |
| 1985–1986 | Bay State Bombardiers |
| 1986 | Maine Windjammers |
| 1986–1988 | PAOK |
| 1986 | Westchester Golden Apples |
| 1989–1992 | Utah Jazz |
| 1992–1993 | Rapid City Thrillers |
| 1993 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| 1993 | Paris Basket Racing |
| 1993–1999 | ASVEL Villeurbane |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Delaney Rudd, born on November 8, 1962, is an American who used to play professional basketball. He was a point guard, which is like the team's main ball handler and play-maker, and stood about 6 feet 2 inches tall.
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Early Basketball Years
High School Hoops
Delaney Rudd played basketball during his high school years. He attended Eastman High School in Hollister, North Carolina.
College Career at Wake Forest
After high school, Rudd went on to play college basketball. He played for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Wake Forest University. He was part of their team from 1981 to 1985.
Professional Basketball Journey
Playing in the NBA
Delaney Rudd had a long and exciting professional basketball career. He played in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) and also in the famous NBA. In the NBA, he played for two teams: the Utah Jazz and the Portland Trail Blazers.
While playing for the Utah Jazz, Rudd often played as a backup. He supported the team's main point guard, John Stockton, who later became a very famous player.
A Big Moment in the Playoffs
Rudd had a chance to show his skills in a very important game. This happened during the 1992 Western Conference Finals. The Jazz were playing against the Portland Trail Blazers. The series was tied, with each team having won two games.
In Game 5, the Jazz's star player, John Stockton, got an eye injury. He couldn't play anymore. Delaney Rudd stepped in as the point guard. With his team behind by three points (107-104) late in the game, Rudd made an amazing shot. He sank a 23-foot three-pointer! This shot tied the game and sent it into overtime. It was a thrilling moment for the Jazz fans!
Playing Overseas
Besides playing in the U.S., Rudd also played basketball in other countries. He played in Greece for a team called PAOK from 1986 to 1988. Later, he played in France for ASVEL Lyon-Villeurbanne from 1993 to 1999.
Career Highlights and Awards
Delaney Rudd achieved several notable things during his career. He was recognized as a FIBA EuroStar in 1996. That same year, he won the FIBA EuroStars 3 Point Contest, showing off his excellent shooting skills. He also helped his team win the French Basketball Cup twice, in 1996 and 1997. For his great play in France, he was named the LNB Pro A Foreign MVP twice, in 1996 and 1997. His jersey number 4 was even retired by ASVEL, which is a big honor!
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See also
In Spanish: Delaney Rudd para niños
