Harold Haskins

Harold Haskins is a retired American professional basketball player, known for his exceptional skills as a shooting guard during his career in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and overseas. Born on January 15, 1985, in Richmond, Virginia, Haskins played college basketball at the University of Virginia, where he showcased his scoring ability and defensive prowess, earning All-Conference honors. After declaring for the NBA Draft in 2007, he was selected in the second round by the New Jersey Nets.

Haskins's NBA career spanned from 2007 to 2012, during which he played for the New Jersey Nets, the Sacramento Kings, and the New Orleans Pelicans. Throughout his time in the league, he became known as a reliable three-point shooter and a fierce competitor, averaging 12.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. His standout moment came in the 2011 season when he scored a career-high 35 points in a game against the Boston Celtics, earning him recognition as a prominent contributor on his teams.

After concluding his NBA career, Haskins took his talents to international leagues, playing in several countries, including Japan and Spain, further expanding his influence on the sport. In 2015, he was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame, honoring his contributions to basketball at both the collegiate and professional levels. Haskins's legacy continues to inspire aspiring players, particularly in Richmond, where he is remembered as a local hero who successfully transitioned from collegiate success to a professional career.