Eric Washington (basketball) facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 23, 1974 Pearl, Mississippi, U.S. |
| High school | Pearl (Pearl, Mississippi) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Listed weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Alabama (1993–1997) |
| NBA Draft | 1997 / Round: 2 / Pick: 46th overall |
| Selected by the Orlando Magic | |
| Pro career | 1997–2010 |
| Career history | |
| 1997–1999 | Denver Nuggets |
| 1999–2000 | Dafni Athens |
| 2000–2002 | Vip / Crabs Rimin |
| 2003–2004 | Hapoel Jerusalem |
| 2005–2006 | Idaho Stampede |
| 2006–2008 | Tampereen Pyrintö |
| 2008–2009 | Kauhajoen Karhu |
| 2009–2010 | KTP-Basket |
| 2010 | Nürnberger BC |
Eric Maurice Washington (born March 23, 1974) is an American former professional basketball player. He played as a shooting guard and had a long career in both the National Basketball Association (NBA) and international leagues.
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Early Life and College Basketball
Eric Washington was born in Pearl, Mississippi. He grew up loving basketball and worked hard to become a skilled player.
Playing for Alabama
Eric attended the University of Alabama for college. He played for the Alabama Crimson Tide team from 1993 to 1997. During his time there, he scored a total of 1,532 points. He also grabbed 557 rebounds, which means he helped his team get the ball back after missed shots. Eric was also very good at shooting from far away, making 262 three-point field goals.
Professional Basketball Career
After his successful college career, Eric Washington hoped to play in the NBA.
Joining the NBA
In the 1997 NBA draft, Eric was chosen by the Orlando Magic. He was the 46th player picked overall in the draft. This was a big step for him, as it meant he would get to play in the NBA.
Playing for the Denver Nuggets
Even though he was drafted by the Orlando Magic, Eric ended up playing for the Denver Nuggets. He played for the Nuggets for two seasons, from 1997 to 1999. This was his time playing in the top basketball league in the world.
Playing Overseas
After his time in the NBA, Eric Washington continued his basketball career internationally. He played for many different teams in several countries.
- He played in China for a period.
- He also played in Finland for teams like Tampereen Pyrintö and Kauhajoen Karhu.
- In 2010, he signed with Nürnberger BC in Germany.
- He also played for the Idaho Stampede in the CBA, which was a league in the United States.
- Other teams he played for include Dafni Athens in Greece, Vip / Crabs Rimin in Italy, and Hapoel Jerusalem in Israel.
- His career lasted until 2010, showing his dedication to the sport.
See also
In Spanish: Eric Washington para niños
