Evers Burns facts for kids
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| Born | August 24, 1971 Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. |
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| High school | Woodlawn (Baltimore, Maryland) | |||||||||||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) | |||||||||||||
| Listed weight | 260 lb (118 kg) | |||||||||||||
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| College | Maryland (1989–1993) | |||||||||||||
| NBA Draft | 1993 / Round: 2 / Pick: 31st overall | |||||||||||||
| Selected by the Sacramento Kings | ||||||||||||||
| Pro career | 1993–2000 | |||||||||||||
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| 1993–1994 | Sacramento Kings | |||||||||||||
| 1994 | Cagiva Varese | |||||||||||||
| 1994 | Miami Tropics | |||||||||||||
| 1994 | Dafni | |||||||||||||
| 1994–1995 | Sioux Falls Skyforce | |||||||||||||
| 1995 | Miami Tropics | |||||||||||||
| 1995–1996 | Yakima Sun Kings | |||||||||||||
| 1996 | Oklahoma City Cavalry | |||||||||||||
| 1996 | Joventut Badalona | |||||||||||||
| 1996–1997 | Oklahoma City Cavalry | |||||||||||||
| 1997–1998 | Sydney Kings | |||||||||||||
| 1998 | Emlakbank Ortaköy | |||||||||||||
| 1999 | Quad City Thunder | |||||||||||||
| 1999 | Ferro Carril Oeste | |||||||||||||
| 1999–2000 | Richmond Rhythm | |||||||||||||
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Evers Allen Burns, born on August 24, 1971, is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He was chosen by the Sacramento Kings in the 1993 NBA draft. Burns, a 6-foot-8-inch forward, played college basketball at the University of Maryland. He played 22 games for the Kings during the 1993–94 NBA season, scoring about 2.4 points per game.
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Early Life and College Career
Growing Up in Baltimore
Evers Burns was born in Baltimore, Maryland. He attended Woodlawn High School in Baltimore. There, he started to show his talent for basketball.
Playing for Maryland Terrapins
After high school, Burns went on to play college basketball. He joined the Maryland Terrapins from 1989 to 1993. Playing for a major college team helped him prepare for a professional career.
Professional Basketball Journey
NBA Draft and First Season
In 1993, Evers Burns was picked in the 1993 NBA draft. The Sacramento Kings chose him in the second round, as the 31st overall pick. He played for the Kings during the 1993–94 NBA season.
Playing Around the World
After his time with the Kings, Burns played for many different teams. He played in the Australian National Basketball League for the Sydney Kings in 1998. He also played in various leagues in Europe and South America.
Continental Basketball Association
Burns spent several seasons in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). This league was a stepping stone for many players. He played for teams like the Sioux Falls Skyforce, Oklahoma City Cavalry, Yakama Sun Kings, and Quad City Thunder. In 1997, he helped his team become CBA champions.
International Teams
Evers Burns also played for teams in other countries. He played for Cagiva Varese in Italy and Dafni in Greece. Later, he played for Joventut Badalona in Spain and Emlakbank Ortaköy in Turkey. He also played for Ferro Carril Oeste in Argentina.
Career Highlights
Evers Burns had a successful career playing basketball. One of his biggest achievements was winning the CBA championship in 1997. He also represented the United States in international competitions.
FIBA Americas Championship
In 1997, Burns was part of the United States team that won a gold medal. This was at the FIBA Americas Championship held in Montevideo. It was a great honor to play for his country and win gold.
Retirement
Evers Burns finished his professional basketball career in 2000. He played for the Richmond Rhythm in his final season.
See also
In Spanish: Evers Burns para niños
