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Jason Richardson

By Dennis Velasco, About.com

Richardson is one of the high-flyers of the game, but is also one of its more prolific scorers when healthy. Aside from being able to put the ball in the basket, he rebounds very well for a guard, and became one of Golden State's more beloved players. J-Rich makes a new start with the Charlotte Bobcats, hoping to bring some of that West Coast flavor to the East.

Name: Jason Anthony Richardson
Born: January 20, 1981 in Saginaw, MI

Team: Charlotte Bobcats
Jersey Number: 23
Position: Shooting Guard
Height: 6'6"
Weight: 225 lbs.

Nicknames: J-Rich

High School: Arthur Hill in Saginaw, MI
College: Michigan State University
Drafted: 2001; 1st round, 5th pick by the Golden State Warriors

Teams Played For In Career:

  • Golden State Warriors (2001-07)
  • Charlotte Bobcats (2007-Present)

MAJOR AWARDS AND HONORS:

NBA All-Rookie Team

  • 2001-02 All-Rookie First Team

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