George Montgomery (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 26, 1962 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| High school | Corliss (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Listed weight | 235 lb (107 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Illinois (1981–1985) |
| NBA Draft | 1985 / Round: 2 / Pick: 39th overall |
| Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers | |
| Pro career | 1985–1996 |
| Career history | |
| 1985–1986 | La Crosse Catbirds |
| 1986–1987 | Paris Basket Racing |
| 1987–1988 | BC Andorra |
| 1988–1991 | ABC Nantes |
| 1991–1993 | BCM Gravelines |
| 1993–1994 | Olympique Antibes |
| 1994–1995 | Olimpia Venado Tuerto |
| 1995–1996 | CSP Limoges |
George Montgomery, born on April 26, 1962, is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He played college basketball for the Illinois Fighting Illini. Even though the Portland Trail Blazers picked him in the 1985 NBA draft, he didn't play in the NBA. He is also the father of current NBA player JaVale McGee, who plays for the Sacramento Kings.
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George Montgomery's Early Life and College Years
George Montgomery was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He went to Corliss High School in Chicago, where he played basketball. After high school, he continued his basketball journey at the University of Illinois.
From 1981 to 1985, Montgomery played for the Illinois Fighting Illini college team. He was a strong player, known for his skills as a Power forward. His time in college helped him prepare for a professional career in basketball.
Professional Basketball Career
After his college career, George Montgomery was chosen in the 1985 NBA draft. The Portland Trail Blazers picked him in the second round as the 39th overall pick. However, he did not end up playing in the NBA.
Instead, Montgomery played professional basketball for many years in different leagues and countries. He started with the La Crosse Catbirds in 1985. He then moved to play for teams in Europe and South America.
- From 1986 to 1987, he played for Paris Basket Racing in France.
- In 1987 and 1988, he was with BC Andorra.
- He spent three seasons, from 1988 to 1991, playing for ABC Nantes.
- From 1991 to 1993, he played for BCM Gravelines.
- In 1993 and 1994, he was part of Olympique Antibes.
- He then played for Olimpia Venado Tuerto in Argentina from 1994 to 1995.
- His last known professional team was CSP Limoges in France, where he played from 1995 to 1996.
George Montgomery had a long and varied professional career, playing basketball for over a decade around the world.
Family Connection to the NBA
George Montgomery is the biological father of JaVale McGee, who is also a professional basketball player. JaVale McGee currently plays as a center for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. He has also played for several other NBA teams and has won multiple NBA championships.
It's interesting that both George and his son JaVale became professional basketball players, even though their paths to the top league were different.
External Links
- College statistics
See also
In Spanish: George Montgomery (baloncestista) para niños
