Don Reid (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 30, 1973 Washington, D.C. |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Largo (Largo, Maryland) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 250 lb (113 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Georgetown (1991–1995) |
| NBA Draft | 1995 / Round: 2 / Pick: 58th overall |
| Selected by the Detroit Pistons | |
| Pro career | 1995–2003 |
| Career history | |
| 1995–2000 | Detroit Pistons |
| 2000 | Washington Wizards |
| 2000–2002 | Orlando Magic |
| 2002–2003 | Detroit Pistons |
| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 1,454 (3.6 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 1,169 (2.9 rpg) |
| Blocks | 282 (0.7 bpg) |
Don Reid (born December 30, 1973) is an American former professional basketball player. He played for eight seasons in the NBA. Reid was known for his strong play as a power forward.
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Early Life and College Basketball
Don Reid was born in Washington, D.C. He attended Largo High School in Largo, Maryland. After high school, he went on to play college basketball.
Playing for Georgetown
Reid played for the Georgetown Hoyas from 1991 to 1995. This is a well-known college basketball team. Playing for Georgetown helped him prepare for a professional career.
Professional Basketball Career
Don Reid began his professional basketball journey in 1995. He was chosen in the 1995 NBA draft. This draft is where NBA teams pick new players.
Joining the NBA Draft
The Detroit Pistons selected Don Reid in the second round. He was the 58th player picked overall. This was a big step in his basketball career.
Playing in the NBA
Reid played for several teams during his eight years in the NBA. He started with the Detroit Pistons. Later, he also played for the Washington Wizards and the Orlando Magic.
Rookie Season with the Pistons
In his first season, the 1995-96 NBA season, Reid played for the Detroit Pistons. He played in 69 games that year. He averaged 3.8 points per game as a rookie.
Career Highlights and Stats
Throughout his career, Don Reid played a total of 8 seasons. He was known for his rebounding and blocking skills. He finished his career with 1,454 points, 1,169 rebounds, and 282 blocks.
