Mark Davis (basketball, born 1973) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 26, 1973 Thibodaux, Louisiana |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Thibodaux (Thibodaux, Louisiana) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College |
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| NBA Draft | 1995 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48th overall |
| Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves | |
| Pro career | 1995–2009 |
| Career history | |
| 1995–1996 | Minnesota Timberwolves |
| 1996–1998 | Philadelphia 76ers |
| 1999 | Miami Heat |
| 1999–2000 | La Crosse Bobcats |
| 2000 | Golden State Warriors |
| 2000 | Viola Reggio Calabria |
| 2001 | Dakota Wizards |
| 2001–2002 | Sioux Falls Skyforce |
| 2002 | Phoenix Eclipse |
| 2002 | Sta. Lucia Realtors |
| 2003–2004 | Hapoel Galil Elyon |
| 2004 | Maccabi Rishon LeZion |
| 2005–2006 | Wonju Dongbu Promy |
| 2007–2008 | Science City Jena |
| 2009 | Lappeenrannan NMKY |
| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 1,261 (5.5 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 697 (3.0 rpg) |
| Assists | 294 (1.3 apg) |
Mark Anthony Davis (born April 26, 1973) is an American former professional basketball player. He played in the NBA and many other leagues around the world.
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Mark Davis's Basketball Journey
Mark Davis was a talented basketball player who stood 6 feet 7 inches tall. He played as a small forward, which is a position in basketball for players who are good at scoring points and rebounding. Mark's journey in basketball took him from college to the NBA and then to teams in different countries.
College Basketball Years
Before becoming a professional, Mark Davis played college basketball. He attended Howard College in Big Spring, Texas, from 1991 to 1993. During his time there, he played in 58 games.
After Howard College, he moved on to Texas Tech University. He played for the Texas Tech Red Raiders from 1993 to 1995, also playing in 58 games. His college experience helped him prepare for a career in professional basketball.
Becoming an NBA Player
In 1995, Mark Davis was chosen in the 1995 NBA draft. This is an event where professional basketball teams pick new players from colleges or other leagues. He was the 19th pick in the second round, which made him the 48th player chosen overall. The Minnesota Timberwolves picked him.
Mark played for the Timberwolves during the 1995-1996 season. He then joined the Philadelphia 76ers for the 1996-1997 and 1997-1998 seasons. He also played briefly for the Miami Heat and the Golden State Warriors in the NBA.
Playing Around the World
Mark Davis's career wasn't just in the NBA. He played for many different teams in various leagues. This shows how basketball players often travel to play in different countries.
Some of the teams he played for include:
- The La Crosse Bobcats in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) in the United States.
- Viola Reggio Calabria in Italy.
- The Dakota Wizards and Sioux Falls Skyforce in the CBA.
- Teams in Israel, like Hapoel Galil Elyon and Maccabi Rishon LeZion.
- The Wonju Dongbu Promy in South Korea.
- Science City Jena in Germany.
- Lappeenrannan NMKY in Finland.
Mark Davis's career lasted until 2009, showing his dedication to the sport. He played in many different places, gaining a lot of experience in professional basketball.
See also
In Spanish: Mark Davis (baloncestista de 1973) para niños
