David West is a retired professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 15 seasons. He was born on August 29, 1980, in Teaneck, New Jersey, and attended Xavier University, where he played college basketball for four years.
West was selected by the New Orleans Hornets with the 18th overall pick in the 2003 NBA draft. He spent his first eight seasons with the Hornets, where he established himself as one of the league's most consistent power forwards. He was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2004 and was selected to two NBA All-Star Games in 2008 and 2009.
In 2011, West signed with the Indiana Pacers as a free agent. He played four seasons with the Pacers, where he helped the team reach the Eastern Conference Finals in 2013 and 2014. He was also named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2012.
After his stint with the Pacers, West signed with the San Antonio Spurs for the 2015-16 season. He played a key role off the bench for the Spurs, helping the team win 67 games and reach the Western Conference Semifinals.
In 2016, West signed with the Golden State Warriors, where he played for two seasons. He won two NBA championships with the Warriors in 2017 and 2018, serving as a veteran leader and mentor to the team's younger players.
Throughout his career, West was known for his toughness, leadership, and versatility on the court. He was a skilled scorer and rebounder, with a reliable mid-range jump shot and a strong post game. He was also a tenacious defender, capable of guarding multiple positions and disrupting opposing offenses.
Off the court, West was known for his philanthropy and community service. He established the David West Foundation in 2006, which provides educational and athletic opportunities for underprivileged youth in his hometown of Teaneck, New Jersey.
In August 2018, West announced his retirement from the NBA after 15 seasons. He finished his career with averages of 13.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game, and was widely respected as one of the league's most respected and admired players.
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