Chris Whitney is a former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for over a decade. He was born on October 26, 1971, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and attended Clemson University, where he played college basketball.
Whitney began his professional career in 1993 when he was signed as an undrafted free agent by the San Antonio Spurs. However, he was waived by the team before the start of the regular season. He then played for several teams in Europe before returning to the United States to play in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA).
In 1995, Whitney signed with the Washington Bullets (now known as the Wizards) and played for the team for six seasons. He was primarily used as a backup point guard and was known for his three-point shooting ability. In the 1996-97 season, he set a franchise record for most three-pointers made in a season with 192. He also played a key role in the team's playoff run in the 1996-97 season, where they reached the second round before losing to the Chicago Bulls.
After his time with the Bullets, Whitney played for several other NBA teams, including the Denver Nuggets, Orlando Magic, and Charlotte Hornets. He continued to be a reliable three-point shooter and a solid backup point guard throughout his career.
Whitney retired from the NBA in 2004 after playing for the Houston Rockets. He finished his career with averages of 4.9 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. He also made a total of 1,072 three-pointers in his career, which ranks him 68th on the NBA's all-time list.
After retiring from basketball, Whitney worked as a scout for the Oklahoma City Thunder and later became an assistant coach for the Charlotte Bobcats (now known as the Hornets). He also founded the Chris Whitney Foundation, which provides educational and athletic opportunities for underprivileged children in the Washington, D.C. area.
Overall, Chris Whitney had a successful career as a professional basketball player, known for his three-point shooting and solid play as a backup point guard. He played for several NBA teams and made over 1,000 three-pointers in his career. After retiring from basketball, he continued to be involved in the sport as a coach and philanthropist.
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