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Tim Breaux
No. 15, 22
Forward
Personal information
Born (1970-09-19) September 19, 1970 (age 54)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Nationality American
High school Zachary (Zachary, Louisiana)
Listed height 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
Listed weight 215 lb (98 kg)
Career information
College Wyoming (1988–1992)
NBA Draft 1992 / Undrafted
Pro career 1992–2004
Career history
1992–1993 Sioux Falls Skyforce
1993 Tours Joué
1993–1994 Pamesa Valencia
1994–1996 Houston Rockets
1996–1997 Sioux Falls Skyforce
1997 Rockford Lightning
1997 Milwaukee Bucks
1997–1998 Idaho Stampede
1998 Cáceres
1998–1999 Galatasaray
1999–2000 Dierre Massa e Cozzile
2000 Brandt Hagen
2003–2004 Yakima Sun Kings
Career highlights and awards

Timothy "Tim" Breaux (born September 19, 1970) is an American former professional basketball player. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Tim played as a forward during his career. He is best known for winning an NBA championship with the Houston Rockets in 1995.

Early Life and College Basketball

Tim Breaux grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He loved playing basketball from a young age. After high school, he went to the University of Wyoming. There, he played college basketball for the Wyoming Cowboys. He played for the team from 1988 to 1992.

Starting His Professional Journey

After college, Tim began his professional basketball career. He joined the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). His first team was the Sioux Falls Skyforce in 1992. The CBA was a league where many players hoped to make it to the NBA. Tim also played in Europe early in his career. He played for teams in countries like Spain and France.

Time in the NBA

In 1994, Tim Breaux got his big chance. He signed with the Houston Rockets in the NBA. He was not chosen in the NBA draft, but he still made it to the league. This showed his hard work and talent.

Winning an NBA Championship

Tim was part of the Houston Rockets team that won the NBA championship in 1995. This was a huge achievement for him. He played alongside famous players and helped his team win the title. After his time with the Rockets, he was traded to the Vancouver Grizzlies in 1996. He also played a short time with the Milwaukee Bucks in 1997.

Playing Around the World

Tim Breaux played for many different teams. He played in the CBA again for the Sioux Falls Skyforce and the Rockford Lightning. He also played for the Idaho Stampede. His career took him to many countries. He played in Spain for Pamesa Valencia and Cáceres. He also played in Turkey for Galatasaray. Later, he played in Italy for Dierre Massa e Cozzile. He even played in Germany for Brandt Hagen.

Later Career

Tim continued to play professional basketball until 2004. His last team was the Yakama Sun Kings in the CBA. He had a long and varied career. He played in many leagues and countries. He showed great dedication to the sport.

Career Highlights

See also

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