Qyntel Woods
Basketball player, Portland Trail Blazers
Born
February 16th, 1981
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player, born February 16, 1981, played college basketball at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Entered the NBA after being selected as the 21st overall pick in the 2002 NBA Draft by the Portland Trail Blazers. Played for the Trail Blazers and had a brief stint with the New Orleans Hornets. Career in the NBA included a focus on shooting guard and small forward positions. Later played in various international leagues, continuing a professional basketball career.
Selected 21st overall in the 2002 NBA Draft
Played for Portland Trail Blazers and New Orleans Hornets
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