DeShawn Stevenson is a professional basketball player for the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association.

On March 6, 2009, Stevenson had surgery to correct a herniated disc in his back. He will need three to four months of therapy to recover and will miss the remainder of the 2008-2009 season.ESPN.com: Wizards Lose Stevenson for Season

On December 23, 2008, DeShawn Stevenson ended his consecutive games started streak by volunteering to come off the bench for the Washington Wizards in their game against the Charlotte Bobcats. Stevenson had started 275 straight games, but felt that because he's struggling, he might be able to help the Wizards more by coming off the bench. Stevenson told head coach Ed Tapscott, "Tap, I'm struggling a little bit. Why don't you let me come off the bench and see if I can't get my swag back."ESPN.com: Stevenson start streak to end at 274(December 23, 2008)

Deshawn Stevenson was born in Fresno, California, on April 3, 1981. He attended high school at Washington Union. In 2000, Stevenson decided to forgo college and declare himself eligible for the NBA draft. Stevenson was selected by the Utah Jazz with the 23rd pick in the draft.Basketball-Reference.com: DeShawn Stevenson

In his first season with the Jazz, Stevenson appeared in 40 games. In 2004, he was traded to the Orlando Magic, then in 2006, he signed with the Washington Wizards. As of 2008, Stevenson has career averages of 8.7 points, 2.4 rebounds, 24.3 minutes and 1.9 assists per game.NBA.com: DeShawn Stevenson

• April 3, 1981: Born
• 2000: Drafted by Utah Jazz
• 2004: Traded to Orlando Magic
• 2006: Signed by Washington Wizards