Terry Davis was a professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for over a decade. He was born on September 17, 1967, in Danville, Virginia, and attended Virginia Union University, where he played college basketball.
Davis began his professional career in 1989 when he was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Miami Heat. He played for the Heat for two seasons before being traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 1991. Davis played for the Mavericks for four seasons and was known for his rebounding and defensive skills.
In 1995, Davis was traded to the Washington Bullets (now the Wizards), where he played for six seasons. During his time with the Bullets, Davis became known as one of the best rebounders in the league, averaging over 10 rebounds per game in three seasons. He also had a career-high 22 rebounds in a game against the New York Knicks in 1997.
After leaving the Bullets in 2001, Davis played for the Denver Nuggets for one season before retiring from the NBA. Over the course of his career, Davis played in 724 games, averaging 8.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks per game.
Off the court, Davis was known for his charitable work and community involvement. He founded the Terry Davis Foundation, which provided scholarships and educational opportunities for underprivileged youth in his hometown of Danville, Virginia.
Sadly, Davis passed away on June 15, 2019, at the age of 52. His legacy as a hardworking and dedicated basketball player and community leader lives on.
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