Keith Askins
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| Position | Small forward |
| Height / weight | 2.01 m / 89 kg |
| Born | 15 Dec 1967 (58 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Nickname | Skeeter |
Keith Askins is an American former professional basketball player who spent his entire nine-year National Basketball Association career with the Miami Heat before transitioning into coaching. As an assistant coach for the Miami Heat, he won three NBA Championships.
Player Profile
Keith Bernard Askins was born on December 15, 1967, in Athens, Alabama. He stands 201 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 89 kg. He shot right and played small forward throughout his career.High School and College Career
Askins attended Athens High School in Athens, Alabama. He then played college basketball at the University of Alabama from 1986 to 1990, where he earned a marketing degree.Professional Career
After going undrafted in 1990, Askins signed with the Miami Heat, making his NBA debut on December 11, 1990. He played his entire nine-year career with the Heat before retiring in 1999.Following his playing career, he immediately joined the Heat's coaching staff as an assistant coach from 1999 to 2013, helping the team win three NBA championships in 2006, 2012, and 2013.
Career Highlights:
As Assistant Coach
- 2006, 2012, 2013 - NBA Champion
Keith Askins FAQ
Where did Keith Askins play college basketball?
He played college basketball in the University of Alabama, where he earned a marketing degree.
How long did Askins play for the Miami Heat?
Askins played for the Heat for nine seasons (1990-1999), his entire NBA career.
What did Askins do after his playing career?
He became an assistant coach for the Miami Heat from 1999 to 2013, winning three NBA championships.