About Ricky Davis
Tyree Ricardo Davis is an American former professional basketball player who played twelve seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Davis played one season at the University of Iowa before being selected by the Charlotte Hornets in the first round of the 1998 NBA draft, as the 21st pick overall. Davis played two seasons with the Charlotte Hornets, and became known for his high energy play and exciting poster dunks. On October 24, 2007, Davis was again traded to the Miami Heat along with teammate Mark Blount in exchange for the Heat's Antoine Walker, Michael Doleac, Wayne Simien and a first-round draft pick. Boston was criticized for acquiring him via trade due to Davis's reputation of selfishness, but he became a more consistent player and a fan-favorite in the city.
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