Josh Childress facts for kids
Childress with the Atlanta Hawks in 2008
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | June 20, 1983 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| High school | Mayfair (Lakewood, California) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Stanford (2001–2004) |
| NBA Draft | 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 6th overall |
| Selected by the Atlanta Hawks | |
| Pro career | 2004–2019 |
| Career history | |
| 2004–2008 | Atlanta Hawks |
| 2008–2010 | Olympiacos |
| 2010–2012 | Phoenix Suns |
| 2012 | Brooklyn Nets |
| 2013 | New Orleans Pelicans |
| 2014–2016 | Sydney Kings |
| 2016 | Texas Legends |
| 2016–2017 | San-en NeoPhoenix |
| 2017–2018 | Adelaide 36ers |
| 2018–2019 | San-en NeoPhoenix |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Joshua Malik Childress (born June 20, 1983) is an American former professional basketball player. He was known for his skills as a small forward and shooting guard. Josh played for several teams, including the Atlanta Hawks in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He also played overseas for teams like Olympiacos Piraeus in Greece.
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Early Life and High School Sports
Josh Childress grew up in Compton, California. He and his brother, Chris, loved playing basketball. Their neighborhood was very supportive, and they worked hard to stay out of trouble.
Josh went to Mayfair High School in Lakewood, California. He was a talented basketball player there. He was even named a McDonald's High School All-American, which is a big honor for young players. Besides basketball, Josh also played volleyball in his senior year. He helped his high school volleyball team, the Monsoons, have a perfect season. He was also chosen for the All-League volleyball team. Mayfair High School even retired his #22 jersey to honor his achievements.
College Basketball Career
Josh Childress played college basketball for three seasons at Stanford University. He was a standout player there. In 2004, he received many awards as a junior.
He was named an AP first team All-American. He was also the Pac-10 Conference Player of the Year. After his junior year, Josh decided to enter the 2004 NBA draft. The Atlanta Hawks picked him as the sixth overall player. This made him the highest-drafted Stanford player in NBA history.
Professional Basketball Journey
Playing for the Atlanta Hawks (2004–2008)
The Atlanta Hawks chose Josh Childress as their sixth pick in the 2004 NBA draft. In his first season, 2004–05, Josh showed great promise. He and fellow rookie Josh Smith became important players for the Hawks. Childress was one of the top rookies in getting "double-doubles" (scoring double digits in two different stats, like points and rebounds). He was also named to the NBA All-Rookie second team.
For the next three seasons, Josh often played as a "sixth man" for the Hawks. This means he was usually the first player to come off the bench to help the team. In his four years with the Hawks, he averaged about 11 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.
Time in Greece with Olympiacos (2008–2010)
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In July 2008, Josh Childress signed a three-year contract with Olympiacos Piraeus, a team in Greece. This was a big move because the contract was worth a lot of money. Playing overseas also offered tax benefits, making the deal even better for him. He even got a shoe contract with Nike in Greece.
During his time in the EuroLeague, a top European basketball league, Josh played very well. In the 2009–10 season, he averaged 15.2 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. In June 2010, Josh left Olympiacos.
Back to the NBA (2010–2013)
After playing in Greece, Josh returned to the NBA.
- Phoenix Suns (2010–2012): On July 13, 2010, the Phoenix Suns got Josh's rights in a trade. He then signed a five-year deal with them. In July 2012, the Suns released him.
- Brooklyn Nets (2012): On September 13, 2012, Josh signed with the Brooklyn Nets. He was later released by the Nets in December 2012.
- New Orleans Pelicans (2013): In September 2013, Josh signed with the Washington Wizards, but they released him. Then, on November 12, 2013, he signed with the New Orleans Pelicans. His last NBA game was on December 6, 2013. He was released by the Pelicans shortly after.
Playing in Australia and Japan
Sydney Kings (2014–2016)
On August 12, 2014, Josh signed with the Sydney Kings in Australia's NBL league. He quickly became a key player. In October, he faced a suspension and a fine for rough play. However, he also earned "Player of the Week" honors for his great scoring. He was named "Player of the Month" for November.
In January 2015, Josh had to stop playing for the season due to a torn muscle. He averaged 21.1 points and 9.2 rebounds in 18 games. He re-signed with the Kings for the 2015–16 season. He faced more injuries, including a broken hand, which kept him off the court. He also received a suspension for unsportsmanlike behavior. Despite these challenges, he still averaged 21.0 points and 7.8 rebounds in 13 games that season.
Texas Legends (2016)
In March 2016, Josh joined the Texas Legends in the NBA Development League (now G League). He played eight games, averaging 12.0 points and 6.5 rebounds.
San-en NeoPhoenix (2016–2017)
In November 2016, Josh signed with San-en NeoPhoenix in Japan's B.League. He played 40 games, averaging 18.9 points and 9.5 rebounds.
Adelaide 36ers (2017–2018)
After trying out with the Denver Nuggets, Josh returned to Australia. He signed with the Adelaide 36ers in October 2017. He helped the 36ers reach the 2018 NBL Grand Final. Unfortunately, he got a shoulder injury in Game 2, which kept him out of the rest of the series. The 36ers lost the final series. In 27 games, he averaged 12.5 points and 6.6 rebounds.
Return to the NeoPhoenix (2018–2019)
On December 13, 2018, it was announced that Josh Childress had signed again with San-en NeoPhoenix in Japan.
International Career
Josh Childress also represented the United States in international basketball.
- In 2000, he won a silver medal as part of the USA Basketball Men's Youth Development Festival West Team.
- He also played at the 2003 Pan American Games.
Personal Life and Education
Josh Childress was featured on the cover of the video game ESPN College Hoops 2K5 for the PlayStation 2. He was a good student in high school, with a GPA of 3.5. After being released by the Nets, Josh went back to Stanford University. He graduated in August 2013 with a degree in sociology.
Images for kids
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Childress with the Atlanta Hawks in 2008
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Childress in November 2009
See also
In Spanish: Josh Childress para niños
