Dudley during his first stint with the Suns
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No. 3 – Phoenix Suns | |
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Position | Small forward / Power forward |
League | NBA |
Personal information | |
Born |
San Diego, California |
July 10, 1985
Nationality | American |
Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
Listed weight | 225 lb (102 kg) |
Career information | |
High school | Horizon (San Diego, California) |
College | Boston College (2003–2007) |
NBA draft | 2007 / Round: 1 / Pick: 22nd overall |
Selected by the Charlotte Bobcats | |
Playing career | 2007–present |
Career history | |
2007–2008 | Charlotte Bobcats |
2008–2013 | Phoenix Suns |
2013–2014 | Los Angeles Clippers |
2014–2015 | Milwaukee Bucks |
2015–2016 | Washington Wizards |
2016–present | Phoenix Suns |
Career highlights and awards | |
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Jared Anthony Dudley (born July 10, 1985) is an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He has also played for the Charlotte Bobcats, Los Angeles Clippers, Milwaukee Bucks and Washington Wizards. Standing at 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m), he plays as a forward.
During his college years, Dudley played with the Boston College Eagles. Along with fellow senior Sean Marshall, he was one of the team's two captains, and was the leading scorer and rebounder on the team during his final season. Dudley was a four-year starter for the Eagles, and played in every BC game in his first three years. He had a streak of over 100 consecutive starts snapped when he suffered a stress fracture in December 2006. In his college days he earned the nickname "Junkyard Dog" for his toughness and nose for the ball.
He scored 30 points on November 29, 2006 against Michigan State on national television. His career-high in points is 36, which he scored against Villanova in a January 19, 2005 victory during his sophomore season. He averaged 19 points and 3 assists per game during his senior year.
After his senior season, Dudley was voted the ACC Player of the Year for 2007 and was a second team All-American.
On June 28, 2007, Dudley was taken 22nd overall in the NBA Draft by the Charlotte Bobcats.