Brandon Rush is a professional basketball player in the NBA for the Indiana Pacers. He was the 13th overall pick by the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2008 NBA Draft. Rush is the younger brother of former players Jaron and Kareem Rush.
Suspension
On August 27, 2010, Rush was suspended for five games by the NBA. He will serve the suspension during the first five games of the 2010 NBA Season for violating the league drug policy.http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=5503818 According to reports, Rush's suspension stemmed from his failing a marijuana test for a third time. Should he fail another test, he will be subject to a ten game suspension. The Pacers have until October 31, 2010 to decide if they will pick up the option on Rush's contract.http://blogs.indystar.com/pacersinsider/archives/2010/08/too_much_of_the.html
Trade to Indiana
After being drafted by the Blazers, Rush was traded to the Indiana Pacers with Josh McRoberts and Jarrett Jack for Ike Diogu and Jerryd Bayless. After the trade Rush signed a two-year contract with an option of a third year.http://www2.kusports.com/news/2008/jul/16/rush_signs_pacers/
Brandon Rush Scores a Double Double
During his career at the University of Kansas, Brandon Rush was one of the top scorers on the team. In a game against the Kentucky Wildcats in 2006, Rush scored a double double, putting up 24 points and 12 rebounds in the contest. The video above shows highlight clips from the game.
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Fast Facts
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Full name
Brandon Leray Rush
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Born
July 7, 1985
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Birthplace
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Height
6'6"
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Weight
210 lbs
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Position
Shooting Guard
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Nationality
American
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Jersey Number
25
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High School
Mt. Zion Christian Academy
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College
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NBA Draft
13th overall pick in 2008 (Portland Trail Blazers)
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Suspended
Five games (August 2010)
