Dexter Boney
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| Position | Shooting guard |
| Height / weight | 1.93 m / 84 kg |
| Born | 27 Apr 1970 (56 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Nickname | Silk |
Dexter Boney is an American former professional basketball player who played in the Continental Basketball Association, and internationally, with a brief stint in the National Basketball Association with the Phoenix Suns.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Dexter Boney was born on April 27, 1970, in Wilmington, Delaware, the USA. He stood 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighed 185 pounds during his playing career.Boney played as a guard, primarily at shooting guard, and shot right-handed. Known for his explosive first step and scoring ability, he was nicknamed "Silk." Boney is married with two sons and resides in Fresno, California.
High School and College Career
Boney attended Brandywine High School in Wilmington, Delaware, where he was named all-state three times and set the boys’ scoring record in Delaware with over 2,000 points.He began his college career at Hagerstown Community College. He then transferred to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where he played from 1991 to 1993. He was named First-Team All-Big West in 1993.
Professional Career
Boney went undrafted in the 1993 NBA Draft but began his professional career with the Mexico Aztecas.He played for several teams in the CBA and overseas, including the Florida Beach Dogs. The Dinamo Sassari in Italy, Las Vegas Silver Bandits, Idaho Stampede, Elitzur Ashkelon in Israel, Alaska Aces in the Philippines, Toros de Aragua in Venezuela, Besançon BCD in France, and Fargo-Moorhead Beez.
Boney’s most notable professional season came in 1996–97 with the Florida Beach Dogs, where he was named CBA Most Valuable Player. He was also a CBA All-Star, All-Star Game MVP, and named to the All-CBA First Team that year.
Boney played eight games for the Phoenix Suns during the 1996–97 NBA season. He last played professionally with the Fargo-Moorhead Beez in 2002.
Career Highlights
- 1997 – CBA Most Valuable Player
- 1997 – CBA All-Star
- 1997 – CBA All-Star Game MVP
- 1997 – All-CBA First Team
- 1993 – First-Team All-Big West
- 2019 – Delaware Sports Hall of Fame inductee
Dexter Boney FAQ
What is Dexter Boney's most significant professional achievement?
Dexter Boney's most significant professional achievement was winning the CBA Most Valuable Player award in 1997 while playing for the Florida Beach Dogs.
Did Dexter Boney play in the NBA?
Yes, Dexter Boney played eight games for the Phoenix Suns in February of the 1996-97 NBA season.
Where did Dexter Boney play college basketball?
Dexter Boney played college basketball at Hagerstown Community College for two years before transferring to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) for his final two years.