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Torraye Braggs

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PositionPower forward
Height / weight2.03 m / 111 kg
Born15 May 1976 (50 years)
NationalityUnited States flagUnited States

Torraye Braggs is an American former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association and seventeen different countries during his career. He was named Venezuelan League MVP in 2009 and won championships in both Latvia and the Philippines.

Player Profile

Torraye L. Braggs was born on May 15, 1976, in Fresno, California, the United States.

He stands 203 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 111 kg. He shot right and played both power forward and center throughout his career.

High School and College Career

Braggs attended Edison High School in Fresno, California. He began his college career at San Jose City College (1994-1996) before transferring to Xavier University (1996-1998).

Professional Career

After being selected by the Utah Jazz in the 1998 NBA Draft, Braggs began an extensive international career that spanned seventeen countries. He played briefly in the NBA with the Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards, making his NBA debut on October 30, 2003.

His most successful seasons came internationally, where he won the Latvian League Championship with ASK Rīga in 2007 and was named Venezuelan League MVP in 2009. He last played professionally in 2012 for the Caribbean Heat.

Career Highlights:

  • 2009 - Venezuelan League MVP
  • 2007 - Latvian League Champion
  • 2004 - PBA Champion
  • 2002 - Greek League All-Star
  • 2000, 2004 - CBA All-Star

Torraye Braggs FAQ

How many countries did Braggs play in?

He played professionally in seventeen different countries across multiple continents.

What were his greatest achievements?

He won championships in Latvia and the Philippines, and was named Venezuelan League MVP in 2009.

When did he play in the NBA?

He played briefly for the Houston Rockets (2003, 2005) and Washington Wizards (2004).