Josh Huestis facts for kids
Huestis with the Oklahoma City Blue in 2016
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| Small forward / power forward | |
| Personal information | |
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| Born | December 19, 1991 Webster, Texas, U.S. |
| High school | C. M. Russell (Great Falls, Montana) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 230 lb (104 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Stanford (2010–2014) |
| NBA Draft | 2014 / Round: 1 / Pick: 29th overall |
| Selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder | |
| Pro career | 2014–2022 |
| Career history | |
| 2014–2015 | Oklahoma City Blue |
| 2015–2018 | Oklahoma City Thunder |
| 2015–2017 | →Oklahoma City Blue |
| 2018–2019 | Austin Spurs |
| 2019–2020 | Bayern Munich |
| 2021 | Rio Grande Valley Vipers |
| 2021–2022 | Cleveland Charge |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Joshua Sutton Huestis, born on December 19, 1991, is a former American professional basketball player. He played for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Before turning pro, he played college basketball at Stanford University.
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Early Life and High School Basketball
Josh Huestis grew up in Webster, Texas. He later moved to Great Falls, Montana. There, he attended Charles M. Russell High School.
He was a talented basketball player in high school. Experts saw him as one of the top power forwards in the country in 2010.
College Career at Stanford
Huestis played basketball for four years at Stanford University. He was known for his strong defense. He averaged about 7.5 points and 6.2 rebounds per game.
He was named to the Pac-12 Defensive Team twice. This happened during his junior and senior years. He was also honored as the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year in 2014.
Huestis became Stanford's all-time leader in blocked shots. This means he blocked more shots than any other player in the school's history.
Professional Basketball Journey
Josh Huestis began his professional career in 2014. He was picked by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA draft. This is where teams choose new players.
Starting with Oklahoma City Blue
After the draft, Huestis joined the Oklahoma City Blue. This team is part of the NBA Development League. It's like a training ground for players hoping to join NBA teams.
He played well for the Blue in his first season. He averaged over 10 points and 5 rebounds per game. He gained valuable experience there.
Time with the Oklahoma City Thunder
In 2015, Huestis officially signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He made his NBA debut in March 2016. He also played in the NBA playoffs that year.
For a few years, he split his time between the Thunder and the Blue. This helped him develop his skills. During the 2017–18 season, he played in 69 games for the Thunder. He became a regular part of their team rotation.
Playing for Other Teams
After his time with the Thunder, Huestis continued his career. In 2018, he joined the Austin Spurs. This team is also part of the NBA G League.
Later, in 2019, he moved to Europe. He played for Bayern Munich, a team in Germany. He played there for about a year.
In 2021, Huestis returned to the G League. He played for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. His last professional team was the Cleveland Charge in 2021–2022.
Personal Life
Josh Huestis has shared his thoughts and experiences on an online blog called Through the Lens.
See also
In Spanish: Josh Huestis para niños
