Hamilton came out of college known for his ability to score and hit clutch shots and once he got the minutes in his second year in the league, he proved he could do the same in the NBA. Hamilton was a part of the 2004 NBA Champion Detroit Pistons and continues to be a key ingredient to the Pistons' consistent play and record of winning. At any given point when the ball is in Hamilton's hands, he's bound to "rip" some nets with a jumper from anywhere on the court.
Name: Richard Clay Hamilton
Born: February 14, 1978 in Coatesville, Pennsylvania
Team: Detroit Pistons
Jersey Number: 32
Position: Shooting Guard
Height: 6'7"
Weight: 193 lbs.
Nicknames: Rip
High School: Coatesville Area in Coatesville, Pennsylvania
College: University of Connecticut
Drafted: 1999; 1st round, 7th pick by the Washington Wizards
Teams Played For In Career:
- Washington Wizards (1999-2002)
- Detroit Pistons (2002-Present)
MAJOR AWARDS AND HONORS:
NBA All-Star
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