Mikki Moore is a retired American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 13 seasons. He was born on November 4, 1975, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, and attended the University of Nebraska.
Moore began his professional career in 1998 when he was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the second round of the NBA draft. However, he did not make the Pistons' final roster and instead played for several teams in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) and the International Basketball League (IBL).
Moore finally made his NBA debut in the 1999-2000 season when he signed with the Miami Heat. He played sparingly for the Heat and was traded to the Boston Celtics midway through the season. Moore played for several teams over the next few years, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, the New Jersey Nets, the Utah Jazz, and the Los Angeles Clippers.
Moore's best season came in 2008-2009 when he played for the Nets. He started 71 games and averaged 9.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game. He also shot a career-high 60.9% from the field. Moore's strong play earned him a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
Moore played for several more teams over the next few years, including the Golden State Warriors, the Sacramento Kings, and the Portland Trail Blazers. He retired from the NBA in 2012 after playing in 734 career games and averaging 5.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 0.7 blocks per game.
After retiring from the NBA, Moore became a basketball coach. He has worked as an assistant coach for several teams, including the Sacramento Kings, the Brooklyn Nets, and the New Orleans Pelicans. Moore has also worked as a player development coach for the NBA G League.
In addition to his basketball career, Moore is also known for his philanthropic work. He has worked with several organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club of America and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Moore has also established his own foundation, the Mikki Moore Foundation, which provides scholarships and other resources to underprivileged youth.
Overall, Mikki Moore had a successful NBA career, playing for 13 seasons and earning a spot on the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2009. He has since transitioned to coaching and philanthropy, continuing to make a positive impact on the basketball community and beyond.
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