Othella Harrington
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| Position | Power forward |
| Height / weight | 0.06 m / 107 kg |
| Born | 31 Jan 1974 (52 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
| Nickname | Big O |
Othella Harrington is an American former professional basketball player who played 12 seasons in the National Basketball Association. Teams he played for include the Houston Rockets, Vancouver Grizzlies, New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, and Charlotte Bobcats.
Player Profile
Othella Harrington was born on January 31, 1974, in Jackson, Mississippi.He stands 206 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 107 kg. He shot left and played both power forward and center throughout his career.
High School and College Career
Harrington attended Murrah High School in Jackson, Mississippi, where he earned First-team Parade All-American honors in 1992 and Third-team honors in 1991.He was also named McDonald's All-American MVP in 1992. He then played college basketball at Georgetown University from 1992 to 1996, where he teamed with future NBA star Allen Iverson.
Professional Career
After being selected by the [[Houston Rockets] in the 1996 NBA Draft, Harrington played three seasons with the team before joining the Vancouver Grizzlies from 1999 to 2001.He then had stints with the New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, and Charlotte Bobcats. He concluded his career with the Los Angeles D-Fenders and Petrochimi Bandar Imam BC.
Career Highlights
- 1992 - McDonald's All-American MVP
- 1992 - First-team Parade All-American
- 1991 - Third-team Parade All-American
Medal Record, Men’s Basketball Representing the United States
- Gold - 1995 Summer Universiade Fukuoka
- Gold - 1993 FIBA U21 World Championship Valladolid
Othella Harrington FAQ
Where did Othella Harrington play college basketball?
Harrington played college basketball at Georgetown University, where he played alongside Allen Iverson.
How long did Harrington play in the NBA?
He played for 12 seasons, from 1996 to 2008, with five different teams.
What were Harrington's career NBA statistics?
He averaged 7.4 points and 4.4 rebounds per game over 709 career games.