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Brandon Armstrong

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PositionShooting guard
Height / weight1.96 m / 84 kg
Born16 Jun 1980 (45 years)
NationalityUnited States flagUnited States

Brandon Armstrong is a former professional basketball player from the United States of America. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 2001 to 2004, primarily with the New Jersey Nets.

After his NBA career, he played professionally in various European leagues until 2009.

Player Profile

Brandon Simone Armstrong was born in San Francisco, California on June 16, 1980. He stands 196 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 84 kg. He shoots right and played shooting guard throughout his career.

High School and College Career

Armstrong attended Vallejo High School in Vallejo, California. He then played college basketball at Pepperdine University. While in college, he earned WCC All-Conference First Team honors in 2000 and 2001.

Professional Career

Armstrong was selected by the Houston Rockets with the 23rd overall pick in the 2001 NBA Draft. He was immediately traded to the New Jersey Nets along with Richard Jefferson and Jason Collins in exchange for Eddie Griffin.

His NBA career spanned three seasons with the Nets (2001-2004), where he averaged 2.2 points per game across 108 games. After the NBA, Armstrong played professionally in various leagues, including stints in Italy, Spain, Poland, and Ukraine.

Career Highlights

  • 2000-2001 - WCC All-Conference First Team

Brandon Armstrong FAQ

Where did Brandon Armstrong attend college?

Armstrong attended the Pepperdine University.

How many seasons did Armstrong play in the NBA?

He has played three seasons, all with the New Jersey Nets (2001-2004).

What teams did he play for after the NBA?

Armstrong played for teams in Italy (Roseto Basket), Spain (Calpe Aguas), Poland (Kotwica Kołobrzeg), and Ukraine (Budivelnyk), as well as several NBA D-League teams.