Michael Redd facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Michael Redd

Redd with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2008
Personal information
Born	(1979-08-24) August 24, 1979 (age 45) Columbus, Ohio, U.S.
High school	West (Columbus, Ohio)
Listed height	6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight	215 lb (98 kg)
Career information
College	Ohio State (1997–2000)
NBA Draft	2000 / Round: 2 / Pick: 43rd overall
Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
Pro career	2000–2012
Career history
2000–2011	Milwaukee Bucks
2011–2012	Phoenix Suns
Career highlights and awards
NBA All-Star (2004) All-NBA Third Team (2004) First-team All-Big Ten (2000) Big Ten Freshman of the Year (1998)
Career NBA statistics
Points	11,972 (19.0 ppg)
Rebounds	2,411 (3.8 rpg)
Assists	1,338 (2.1 apg)
Medals Men's basketball Representing  United States Olympic Games Gold 2008 Beijing Team competition FIBA Americas Championship Gold 2007 Las Vegas Team competition Summer Universiade Gold 1999 Palma Team competition

Michael Wesley Redd (born August 24, 1979) is an American former professional basketball player. He was picked 43rd overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2000 NBA draft. Michael was born in Columbus, Ohio, where he also went to West High School. He was also a member of the U.S. national basketball team.

Michael Redd is 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) tall and weighs 215 pounds (98 kg). Throughout his college and professional career, he played as a shooting guard.

Early Life and College Years

Michael Redd was born on August 24, 1979, in Columbus, Ohio. He played college basketball for Ohio State University. He was a key player for the Ohio State Buckeyes for three years.

In his second year, Redd and teammate Scoonie Penn helped Ohio State reach the NCAA Final Four. After his junior year, he was chosen by the Milwaukee Bucks. This happened in the second round of the 2000 NBA draft. He was the 43rd player picked overall.

Professional Basketball Career

Playing for the Milwaukee Bucks (2000–2011)

When Michael Redd first joined the Milwaukee Bucks, he didn't play much. He was behind NBA All-Star guard Ray Allen. But Michael soon showed how good he was in practice. He played very well against his teammates.

Because of his great practice, former Bucks coach George Karl gave him more playing time. In his second NBA season, he averaged 11.4 points per game. He also shot 44.4% from the three-point line. On February 20, 2002, against the Houston Rockets, Redd made eight three-point shots in one quarter. This was an NBA record at the time.

In 2002, the Dallas Mavericks offered Redd a contract. But the Bucks matched the offer, so he stayed in Milwaukee. During the 2003–04 season, Redd became a full-time starter. He averaged 21.7 points per game. This led to his first and only All-Star Game appearance.

After the 2004–05 season, Redd signed a big new contract with the Bucks. It was for six years and worth $91 million. He chose to stay with the Bucks. He could have gone to his home state team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, to play with LeBron James.

The 2006–07 season was one of Redd's best. He averaged a career-high 26.7 points per game. On November 11, 2006, he scored 57 points against the Utah Jazz. This broke the Bucks' single-game scoring record set by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in 1971. Later that season, he scored 52 points against the Chicago Bulls. Even with his amazing efforts, the Bucks struggled to win games.

Dealing with Injuries

On January 25, 2009, Michael Redd faced a big challenge. He tore ligaments in his left knee. This injury meant he would miss the rest of the 2008–09 season.

Redd came back for the 2009–10 season. But on January 10, 2010, he re-tore the same ligaments in his knee. This happened during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He had to miss the rest of that season too.

After 14 months of recovery, Redd returned to the Bucks on March 28, 2011. He played 10 games in the 2010–11 season. When he left Milwaukee, he had averaged 20 points per game over 11 seasons.

Time with the Phoenix Suns (2011–2012)

The Phoenix Suns signed Michael Redd for one year on December 29, 2011. He played his first game for Phoenix on January 12, 2012. He scored 14 points in a game against the Cavaliers.

On February 7, 2012, Redd returned to Milwaukee to play against his old team. He scored 14 points and received a standing ovation from the crowd. On March 18, 2012, he scored a season-high 25 points against the Houston Rockets. His final NBA game was on April 25, 2012, where he scored 14 points.

Retirement from Basketball

On November 6, 2013, Michael Redd announced he was retiring from the NBA. After his basketball career, Redd became a successful business person. He also has a popular podcast called "Betting On Yourself."

Playing for Team USA

Redd with the United States national team at the 2008 Olympics

Michael Redd often played for Team USA. He played in the 2007 FIBA Americas tournament. This tournament helped teams qualify for the 2008 Summer Olympics. He averaged over 15 points during the competition.

During a game against Puerto Rico, Redd set a record for most three-pointers made in one game. He also set the record for most three-pointers in the whole tournament (28). This beat the old record of 22. Redd also played in the 2008 Olympics. His team won every game and took home the gold medal. They were known as the "Redeem Team" because they won gold after missing it in 2004.

Personal Life

Michael Redd is a devout Christian. After signing his $91 million contract, his first purchase was a church building for his father's ministry. The church, named Philadelphia Deliverance Church of Christ, is in his hometown of Columbus.

Redd lives in New Albany, Ohio. He has also invested in businesses.

Key Achievements

• All-NBA Third Team: 2004
• NBA All-Star: 2004
• Held an NBA record for most three-point field goals made in one quarter with 8 (February 20, 2002).
• 5th on the Milwaukee Bucks all-time points list.
• Won the 1998, 1999, and 2000 Ohio State Most Valuable Player awards.
• Named to the USA Olympic basketball team.
• Gold medal with Team USA, 2007 FIBA Americas Championship
• Gold medal with Team USA, 2008 Summer Olympic Games
• Scored a career-high and Milwaukee Bucks then-franchise record 57 points (November 11, 2006).

NBA Career Statistics

Regular Season Stats

Playoff Stats

See also

In Spanish: Michael Redd para niños