Rashad Wright facts for kids
| Point guard | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 17, 1982 Statesboro, Georgia |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Statesboro (Statesboro, Georgia) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Georgia (2000–2004) |
| NBA Draft | 2004 / Round: 2 / Pick: 59th overall |
| Selected by the Indiana Pacers | |
| Pro career | 2004–2014 |
| Career history | |
| 2004–2005 | Panionios |
| 2005–2006 | Hemofarm |
| 2006–2007 | Oostende |
| 2007–2008 | Efes Pilsen |
| 2008–2010 | Alba Berlin |
| 2011 | PAOK |
| 2012 | Chorale Roanne |
| 2013–2014 | Keravnos |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Rashad Wright is an American former professional basketball player. He was born on March 17, 1982. Rashad played as a Point guard, which is a key position in basketball. He is known for his skills on the court and his career playing in Europe. After his playing days, he became a coach.
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Rashad's Early Life and College Basketball
Rashad Wright grew up in Statesboro, Georgia. He attended Statesboro High School where he played basketball. His talent on the court was clear from a young age.
Playing for the Georgia Bulldogs
After high school, Rashad went to the University of Georgia. He played college basketball for the Georgia Bulldogs from 2000 to 2004. During his time in college, he became a very important player for his team.
College Achievements
Rashad had some great achievements in college. In 2004, he was named the SEC Defensive Player of the Year. This award shows he was one of the best defensive players in his league. He was also chosen for the Second-team All-SEC in the same year. This means he was recognized as one of the top players overall in the SEC.
Professional Basketball Career
After college, Rashad Wright was picked by the Indiana Pacers in the 2004 NBA draft. He was the very last player chosen in that draft. Even though he was drafted by an NBA team, Rashad decided to play his professional career in Europe.
Playing in Europe
Rashad played for many different teams in several European countries. He started his professional journey in 2004. He played for teams in Greece, Serbia, Belgium, Turkey, Germany, and Cyprus.
Winning Championships in Europe
During his time in Europe, Rashad helped his teams win important championships. In 2007, he became a Belgian League champion with the team Oostende. Two years later, in 2009, he won the German Basketball Cup with Alba Berlin. These wins show he was a valuable player who contributed to his teams' success. His professional playing career ended in 2014.
Life After Playing Basketball
After retiring from playing, Rashad Wright continued to be involved in basketball. He is now an assistant coach and head junior varsity (JV) coach. He works at Holland Hall, which is a private school. He helps young players learn and improve their basketball skills.
More About Rashad
- Euroleague.net profile
- Eurobasket.com profile
- French League profile
- VYPE Oklahoma article
See also
In Spanish: Rashad Wright para niños
