Juaquin Hawkins facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 2, 1973 Lynwood, California |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Lynwood (Lynwood, California) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Long Beach State (1993–1996) |
| NBA Draft | 1996 / Undrafted |
| Pro career | 1996–2013 |
| Career history | |
| 1996–1997 | Hung Fu Rams |
| 1998 | Long Island Surf |
| 1999–2000 | Fort Wayne Fury |
| 2000–2001 | Toyota Alvark |
| 2001 | San Miguel Beermen |
| 2001–2002 | Southern California Surf |
| 2002–2003 | Houston Rockets |
| 2003–2004 | Long Beach Jam |
| 2004–2005 | Orange County Crush |
| 2005 | Long Beach Jam |
| 2005 | Sioux Falls Skyforce |
| 2005–2006 | Matsushita Electric Panasonic Kangaroos |
| 2006–2007 | Hitachi SunRockers |
| 2007–2008 | Gold Coast Blaze |
| 2009–2010 | Los Angeles Lightning |
| 2011–2012 | Los Angeles Slam |
| 2012 | Los Angeles Lightning |
| 2012–2013 | Los Angeles Slam |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Juaquin Hawkins, born on July 2, 1973, is an American former professional basketball player. He is best known for playing with the Houston Rockets during the 2002–03 NBA season.
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Juaquin Hawkins' Basketball Journey
Juaquin Hawkins had a long and interesting career in professional basketball. Even though he wasn't chosen in the 1996 NBA draft, he worked hard to play for many teams.
Early Career and Different Leagues
After the 1996 NBA draft, Juaquin signed with the Los Angeles Lakers. He even got to play alongside famous players like Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal. However, he was one of the last players cut from the team before the season started.
After that, Juaquin played for teams in different leagues around the world. He played for the Hung Fu Rams in Taiwan. He also played for the Long Island Surf in the United States Basketball League (USBL). In 1998, he played with the Los Angeles Clippers during their preseason games. He was again one of the last players to be cut.
Playing with the Harlem Globetrotters
In 1998 and 1999, Juaquin joined the famous Harlem Globetrotters. This team is known for combining amazing basketball skills with entertainment. It was a unique experience for him.
Moving to Other Professional Teams
After his time with the Globetrotters, Juaquin played for the Fort Wayne Fury in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). He was teammates with Moochie Norris, who later also played for the Houston Rockets. He then played for the Southern California Surf in the ABA. From 2000 to 2001, he played for the Toyota Alvark team in Japan.
Time with the Houston Rockets
Juaquin Hawkins finally made it to the NBA during the 2002–03 season. He signed with the Houston Rockets on September 30, 2002. He was one of the oldest "rookies" (first-year players) in the NBA at that time.
Making an Impact with the Rockets
Juaquin played in all 82 games for the Rockets that season. On November 22, 2002, he had one of his best games against the Washington Wizards. In that game, he scored 14 points, grabbed 8 rebounds, and made 5 assists. He even started 10 games for the team that year. The Rockets just missed making the playoffs by one game that season.
Championship Wins
Throughout his career, Juaquin Hawkins helped his teams win championships in different leagues:
- He was an ABA champion in 2004.
- He became a CBA champion in 2005.
- He also won an IBL championship in 2009.
Juaquin Hawkins retired from professional basketball in 2013, after a career that spanned many different teams and leagues.
See also
In Spanish: Juaquin Hawkins para niños
