Raymond Felton

Former professional basketball player (point guard)

American Marion, South Carolina, United States Cancer 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer professional basketball player (point guard)
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth26/06/1984
Age42 years
BirthplaceMarion, South Carolina, United States
Zodiac SignCancer

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameRaymond Bernard Felton Jr.
SummaryRaymond Felton is an American former professional basketball player who played 14 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a point guard. He played college basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels under head coach Roy Williams, helping the team win a national championship before entering the 2005 NBA Draft.
Early LifeHe grew up in Latta, South Carolina, and attended Latta High School.

Physical Stats & More

Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight205 lb (93 kg)
PositionPoint guard

Educational Qualification(s)

High SchoolLatta High School, Latta, South Carolina
CollegeUniversity of North Carolina (Tar Heels)

Personal Life

Legal MatterIn 2014, he was arrested on a felony gun possession charge in New York and was expected to plead guilty under a no-jail arrangement

Relationships & More

Former SpouseAriane Raymondo-Felton (divorce filed in early 2014)

Family

SpouseAriane Raymondo-Felton (divorce filed in early 2014)

Career

NBA Draft2005, 1st round, 5th overall pick by the Charlotte Bobcats
NBA Teams
  • Charlotte Bobcats
  • New York Knicks (two stints)
  • Denver Nuggets
  • Portland Trail Blazers
  • Dallas Mavericks
  • Los Angeles Clippers
  • Oklahoma City Thunder
Honors
  • Bob Cousy Award (collegiate point guard honor, 2005)
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2006)
Career-High Points35 points for the New York Knicks against the Golden State Warriors on 20/11/2010
Career Span2005 to 2019

Style Quotient

Playing StyleScore-first, quick-paced point guard known for pushing the tempo; his outside shooting was inconsistent and his size was a limitation on defense.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Was selected 5th overall in the 2005 NBA Draft, after Chris Paul and Deron Williams.
2. Set South Carolina high school state records for points and three-pointers.
3. Was selected to the McDonald's All-American Game in 2002.

Also born on 26 June

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