Xavier Henry

Xavier Henry is a former professional basketball player from the United States, born on March 15, 1991. A highly regarded prospect out of high school, he played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks during the 2009-2010 season before declaring for the NBA Draft. Henry was selected 12th overall by the New Orleans Hornets in the 2010 NBA Draft, marking the beginning of his professional career.

During his time in the NBA, Henry's performance exhibited potential despite facing challenges with consistency and injury. In his rookie season (2010-11), he averaged 4.3 points, 1 rebound, and 0.5 assists per game. His subsequent seasons included averages of 5.3 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 0.8 assists in 2011-12, and 3.9 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 0.3 assists in 2012-13, primarily with the Hornets and later the Los Angeles Lakers.

Following his stint in the NBA, Henry's professional career extended into international play, including appearances in various leagues around the globe. Though his time in the NBA was marked by limited statistical output, Henry is remembered for his exceptional skills and potential, which created a notable impact in both college basketball and as a professional athlete during his playing years.