Troy Brown (basketball, born 1971) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 3, 1971 Lynn, Massachusetts |
| Nationality | American |
| High school |
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| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 238 lb (108 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Providence (1990–1995) |
| NBA Draft | 1995 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45th overall |
| Selected by the Atlanta Hawks | |
Troy Sidney Brown (born April 3, 1971) is an American who used to play professional basketball. He was a talented player known for his skills on the court.
Early Life and College Basketball
Troy Brown was born in Lynn, Massachusetts. He loved basketball and played in college at Providence College. He was a small forward, which is a position in basketball.
During his senior year at Providence, in the 1994–95 season, Troy played really well. He scored about 12 points in each game. He also grabbed nearly 8 rebounds per game. A rebound is when a player gets the ball after a shot is missed. He was also very accurate, making 52 percent of his shots.
Professional Basketball Career
After college, Troy Brown was chosen by the Atlanta Hawks in the 1995 NBA draft. He was the 45th player picked overall in the second round. Even though he was drafted by an NBA team, he did not play any games for the Hawks or in the NBA.
Instead, Troy played in another league called the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). He started his professional career with a team called the Grand Rapids Mackers. Later, he was traded to another CBA team, the Connecticut Pride.
External Links
- SI.com Profile - Troy Brown
See also
In Spanish: Troy Brown para niños
