Terence Stansbury facts for kids
Stansbury in 1988
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | February 27, 1961 Wilmington, Delaware, U.S. |
| High school | Newark (Newark, Delaware) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Listed weight | 170 lb (77 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Temple (1980–1984) |
| NBA Draft | 1984 / Round: 1 / Pick: 15th overall |
| Selected by the Dallas Mavericks | |
| Pro career | 1984–2003 |
| Coaching career | 2003–2014 |
| Career history | |
| As player: | |
| 1984–1986 | Indiana Pacers |
| 1986–1987 | Seattle SuperSonics |
| 1987–1988 | EBBC Den Bosch |
| 1988 | Wyoming Wildcatters |
| 1988–1989 | Maccabi Brussels |
| 1989–1995 | Levallois |
| 1996–1997 | Bnei Herzliya |
| 1997 | Florida Sharks |
| 1997–1998 | AEK Athens |
| 1998–1999 | Le Mans |
| 1999–2000 | SIG Strasbourg |
| 2000 | Houthalen |
| 2000–2001 | Hasselt BT |
| 2001–2003 | BSW |
| As coach: | |
| 2003–2004 | Jyväskylä BC |
| 2004–2005 | Huima Äänekoski |
| 2005–2006 | Basket Racing Luxembourg |
| 2006–2007 | Black Star Mersch |
| 2007–2008 | AS Soleuvre |
| 2008–2009 | Rotterdam Challengers |
| 2009–2010 | BSW (assistant) |
| 2010–2011 | BSW |
| 2013 | Lapua Korikobri |
| 2013–2014 | Résidence Walferdange |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Terence Rudolph Stansbury, born on February 27, 1961, is a famous American former professional basketball player and coach. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches tall, he was a skilled shooting guard on the court.
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Terence Stansbury's Basketball Journey
Terence Stansbury had a long and exciting career in basketball. He played for many teams around the world. He was known for his amazing skills, especially his slam dunks!
College Basketball Years
Terence Stansbury went to Newark High School. After high school, he played college basketball at Temple University. He was a star player for the Temple Owls from 1980 to 1984. During his time there, he scored a total of 1,811 points. This showed how talented he was even before becoming a professional.
Playing in the NBA
Stansbury played three seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was a member of the Indiana Pacers and the Seattle SuperSonics. He scored 1,200 points during his NBA career.
Slam Dunk Contest Star
Terence Stansbury was very famous for his incredible dunks. He took part in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest three times in a row. From 1985 to 1987, he earned third place each year. His exciting dunks made him a fan favorite.
Playing Overseas
After his time in the NBA, Stansbury played basketball in other countries. He spent six seasons playing for a team called Levallois in France. He even became a French citizen! In the 1992–93 season, he was the top scorer in the French ProA league, averaging 26.3 points per game. This showed his amazing scoring ability.
Awards and Recognition
Terence Stansbury's achievements in basketball have been recognized. In 2010, he was inducted into the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame. This honor celebrates athletes who have made a big impact in sports from Delaware.
Family Life
Terence Stansbury has a daughter named Tiffany Stansbury. She also became a professional basketball player and played in the WNBA.
See also
In Spanish: Terence Stansbury para niños
