Anthony Avent

Anthony Avent is a former American professional basketball player who played six seasons in the National Basketball Association and had stints in European leagues. He has played with teams like Milwaukee Bucks, Orlando Magic, and Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA.

Player Profile

Anthony Avent was born on October 18, 1969, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States of America. He stands 206 cm tall and his playing weight was listed at 106 kg. Avent played primarily as a power forward.

High School and College Career

Avent attended Malcolm X Shabazz High School in Newark, New Jersey. He then played college basketball for Seton Hall University from 1988 to 1991.

In 1991, he was named to the Second-team All-Big East.

Professional Career

Avent was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the 15th overall pick in the 1991 NBA Draft. However, he chose to play his first professional season in Italy with Phonola Caserta after failing to reach a satisfactory contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, who had acquired his rights.

He later joined the Bucks for the 1992-93 season, signing a four-year deal.

He later played for the Orlando Magic, Vancouver Grizzlies, Utah Jazz, and Los Angeles Clippers.

Avent also had stints in Greece, playing for Panathinaikos in the 1996-97 season and PAOK BC in 2001. His NBA career was interspersed with these European experiences.

Career Highlights

• 1989 - NCAA Tournament Runner-up (with Seton Hall)