Monti Davis facts for kids
| Power forward | |
| Personal information | |
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| Born | July 26, 1958 Warren, Ohio |
| Nationality | American |
| Died | June 4, 2013 (aged 54) Warren, Ohio |
| High school | Warren G. Harding (Warren, Ohio) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Tennessee State (1976–1980) |
| NBA Draft | 1980 / Round: 1 / Pick: 21st overall |
| Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers | |
| Pro career | 1980–1981 |
| Career history | |
| 1980 | Philadelphia 76ers |
| 1981 | Dallas Mavericks |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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DaMon William "Monti" Davis was an American professional basketball player. He was born on July 26, 1958, and passed away on June 4, 2013. Monti Davis played as a forward during his career. He was 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm) tall and weighed 205 pounds (93 kg). He played college basketball at Tennessee State University.
Monti Davis's Basketball Journey
Monti Davis was a talented basketball player. He played for the Tennessee State Tigers from 1976 to 1980. During his time in college, he was known for his strong rebounding skills. In fact, he was the top rebounder in NCAA Division I in 1979. This means he grabbed more rebounds than any other player that season.
Joining the NBA
After his successful college career, Monti Davis was chosen in the 1980 NBA draft. The Philadelphia 76ers picked him as the 21st player in the first round. This was a big achievement for him.
However, his time in the NBA was very short. He played in the 1980-81 NBA season. During this season, he played only one game for the Philadelphia 76ers. Later, he also played one game for the Dallas Mavericks. In total, he scored 3 points and grabbed 4 rebounds in his NBA career.
Life After the NBA
Even though his NBA career was brief, Monti Davis was a professional basketball player. He is remembered for his college achievements, especially his rebounding leadership. He passed away in 2013 in Warren, Ohio, where he was born.
More About Basketball
If you want to learn more about Monti Davis, you can check out this page in Spanish: Monti Davis para niños.
