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- Full name: Rudy Carlton Gay Jr.
- Born: August 17, 1986
- Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland
- Height: 6'8"
- Weight: 222 lbs
- Position: Forward
- High school: Archbishop Spalding High School
- College: University of Connecticut
- Draft year: 2006
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Rudy Gay is a professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association.
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Early Life
Rudy Carlton Gay Jr. was born in Baltimore, Maryland, on August 17, 1986, and he went on to attend Archbishop Spalding High School. He continued his education at the University of Connecticut. In 2006, Gay was selected by the Houston Rockets with the 8th pick in the NBA Draft.Basketball-Reference.com: Rudy GayPro Career
After the draft, Gay was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies with Stromile Swift for small forward Shane Battier. In his first season with the Grizzlies, Gay appeared in 78 games and averaged 10.8 points. The following season, Gay started 81 games for the Grizzlies and averaged 20.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 37 minutes per per game.NBA.com: Rudy GayRudy Gay Timeline
- August 17, 1986: Born
- 2006: Drafted by Houston Rockets
- 2006: Traded to Memphis Grizzlies
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Rudy Gay Questions
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What is the track record of Tyson Gay? 4 Answers2005 gold medal in 200 m Monaco 2006 bronze medal in 100 m Stuttgart 2006 gold medal in 2006 200 m Stuttgart 2007 World Champion 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay ... read more
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"Man crushes" are still considered gay. Right? 3 AnswersNope, a "man crush" is not usually considered gay at all. Far from a romantic feeling, a "man crush" is usually when one man idolizes a man to a great extent - ... read more -
Rudy Gay Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Memphis Grizzlies
- NBA.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6'9"
- Weight: 220 lbs
- Rookie Year: 2007




