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 on December 30, 1973, is an American who used to play professional basketball. He was a power forward in the NBA. Don played for several teams during his eight seasons in the league. These teams included the Detroit Pistons, Washington Wizards, and Orlando Magic.
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Don Reid's Basketball Journey
Don Reid started his basketball journey in his hometown. He grew up in Washington, D.C., where he first developed his skills. His talent for basketball became clear early on.
High School and College Years
Don attended Largo High School in Largo, Maryland. After high school, he went on to play college basketball. He played for Georgetown University from 1991 to 1995. Playing for the Georgetown Hoyas helped him prepare for a professional career.
Joining the NBA: The Draft
In 1995, Don Reid entered the NBA draft. This is an event where NBA teams choose new players. He was picked by the Detroit Pistons in the second round. He was the 58th player chosen overall in that draft. This was a big step towards his dream of playing in the NBA.
Playing in the NBA
Don Reid's professional career in the NBA began in 1995. He played for the Detroit Pistons for several seasons. In his first year, the 1995-96 rookie season, he played in 69 games. He averaged 3.8 points per game during that time.
Over his eight seasons in the NBA, Don played for three different teams.
- He started with the Detroit Pistons.
- He then played for the Washington Wizards.
- Later, he joined the Orlando Magic.
- He returned to the Detroit Pistons for his final season.
Don Reid was known for his strong play as a power forward. He helped his teams by scoring points, grabbing rebounds, and making blocks. He finished his career in 2003.
External Links
- Career statistics and player information from NBA.com, or Basketball-Reference.com
See also
In Spanish: Don Reid (baloncestista) para niños
