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Biography
Damon Stoudamire, born on September 3, 1973, in Portland, Oregon, is a former professional basketball player and current basketball coach. He played college basketball at the University of Arizona, where he was named the Pac-10 Player of the Year in 1995. Stoudamire declared for the NBA Draft following his junior season and was selected as the seventh overall pick by the Toronto Raptors in 1995.
During his NBA career, Stoudamire was known for his exceptional playmaking ability and scoring prowess. He averaged 19.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 9.3 assists per game in the 1995-96 season, eventually elevating his scoring average to 20.2 points per game in the 1996-97 season. Stoudamire was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 1996, solidifying his status as one of the league's promising young talents.
Over his career, Stoudamire played for several teams, including the Portland Trail Blazers and the Memphis Grizzlies, and consistently showcased his skills as a reliable point guard. He finished his playing career with an average of 13.4 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game over 13 seasons. Stoudamire's contributions to the game have left a lasting legacy, particularly in the development of future generations of point guards, and he has continued to influence the sport through coaching roles at various levels.
Quick Facts
Stats
Season Log
| Season | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007/08 | MEM | 29 | 7.3 | 2.4 | 3.9 |
| 2006/07 | MEM | 62 | 7.5 | 2.2 | 4.8 |
| 2005/06 | MEM | 27 | 11.7 | 3.5 | 4.7 |
| 2004/05 | POR | 81 | 15.8 | 3.8 | 5.7 |
| 2003/04 | POR | 82 | 13.4 | 3.8 | 6.1 |
| 2002/03 | POR | 59 | 6.9 | 2.6 | 3.5 |
| 2001/02 | POR | 75 | 13.5 | 3.9 | 6.5 |
| 2000/01 | POR | 82 | 13 | 3.7 | 5.7 |
| 1999/00 | POR | 78 | 12.5 | 3.1 | 5.2 |
| 1998/99 | POR | 50 | 12.6 | 3.3 | 6.2 |
| 1997/98 | TOR | 49 | 19.4 | 4.4 | 8.1 |
| 1996/97 | TOR | 81 | 20.2 | 4.1 | 8.8 |
| 1995/96 | TOR | 70 | 19 | 4 | 9.3 |