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Ben Gordon

By Dennis Velasco, About.com

After winning a national championship in college, Gordon came out early for the NBA Draft and was chosen high by the Chicago Bulls. He continued to show his scoring ability on the court in the pros and has become one of the most clutch and streakiest players in the Association. Once Gordon gets his jumper going, it's just about lights out for the competition. Whether he's starting or coming off the bench, Gordon is guaranteed to snap the nets.

Name: Benjamin Gordon
Born: April 4, 1983 in London, United Kingdom

Team: Chicago Bulls
Jersey Number: 7
Position: Point Guard/Shooting Guard
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 200 lbs.

Nicknames: Gentle Ben, Madison Square Gordon, BG7, Air Gordon, Mr. 4th Quarter

High School: Mount Vernon in Mount Vernon, NY
College: University of Connecticut
Drafted: 2004; 1st round, 3rd pick by the Chicago Bulls

Teams Played For In Career:

  • Chicago Bulls (2004-Present)

MAJOR AWARDS AND HONORS:

Sixth Man of the Year

  • 2004-05 NBA Sixth Man of the Year

NBA All-Rookie Team

  • 2004-05 All-Rookie First Team

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