Anthony Goldwire (born September 6, 1971) is an American former professional basketball player and coach. He played in the NBA, and other leagues. Born in West Palm Beach, Florida, he played college basketball for the University of Houston, and was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 2nd round (52nd overall), of the 1994 NBA draft.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 6, 1971 West Palm Beach, Florida |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Listed weight | 182 lb (83 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Suncoast (Riviera Beach, Florida) |
| College |
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| NBA draft | 1994: 2nd round, 52nd overall pick |
| Selected by the Phoenix Suns | |
| Playing career | 1994–2008 |
| Position | Point guard |
| Number | 5, 15, 9, 7, 4 |
| Coaching career | 2010–present |
| Career history | |
| As player: | |
| 1994–1996 | Yakima Sun Kings |
| 1996–1997 | Charlotte Hornets |
| 1997–1998 | Denver Nuggets |
| 1998–1999 | Olympiacos |
| 1999–2000 | FC Barcelona |
| 2000–2001 | Kansas City Knights |
| 2001 | Denver Nuggets |
| 2001–2002 | Skipper Bologna |
| 2002 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 2002–2003 | Yakima Sun Kings |
| 2003 | Washington Wizards |
| 2003 | Gigantes de Carolina |
| 2003–2004 | Yakima Sun Kings |
| 2004 | Minnesota Timberwolves |
| 2004 | Aris |
| 2004 | New Jersey Nets |
| 2004 | Criollos de Caguas |
| 2004 | Milwaukee Bucks |
| 2005 | Detroit Pistons |
| 2005 | Milwaukee Bucks |
| 2005 | Los Angeles Clippers |
| 2005–2006 | Yakama Sun Kings |
| 2006 | Pamesa Valencia |
| 2006–2007 | Panellinios |
| 2007 | Lokomotiv-Kuban |
| 2007–2008 | Aigaleo |
| As coach: | |
| 2010–2013 | Milwaukee Bucks (assistant) |
| 2014–2016 | Erie BayHawks (assistant) |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Stats at NBA.com | |
| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Professional career
editGoldwire began his career with the Yakima Sun Kings of the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) during the 1994–95 season and earned All-Rookie Second Team honors.[1] He was named to the All-CBA First Team with the Sun Kings in the 1995–96 season.[1]
Goldwire returned to the Sun Kings in the 2002–03 season.[1] He was named to the All-CBA First Team in 2004.[1] Goldwire led the Sun Kings to a CBA championship in 2006 as he was named Finals Most Valuable Player, league Most Valuable Player and a member of the All-CBA First Team.[1]
Goldwire played with Panellinios of the Greek Basket League in the 2006–07 season. In 2009, he joined the Spanish club CB Girona.[2]
NBA career statistics
edit| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
| * | Led the league |
Regular season
edit| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–96 | Charlotte | 42 | 8 | 14.8 | .402 | .398 | .767 | 1.0 | 2.7 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 5.5 |
| 1996–97 | Charlotte | 33 | 9 | 17.5 | .403 | .439 | .750 | 1.2 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 5.8 |
| 1996–97 | Denver | 27 | 21 | 22.7 | .392 | .394 | .816 | 1.7 | 4.6 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 7.3 |
| 1997–98 | Denver | 82* | 32 | 27.0 | .423 | .384 | .806 | 1.8 | 3.4 | 1.0 | 0.1 | 9.2 |
| 2000–01 | Denver | 20 | 0 | 10.1 | .375 | .265 | .765 | 0.6 | 1.7 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 4.1 |
| 2002–03 | San Antonio | 10 | 0 | 5.1 | .278 | .250 | .000 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 1.2 |
| 2002–03 | Washington | 5 | 0 | 6.8 | .571 | 1.000 | .800 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 2.6 |
| 2003–04 | Minnesota | 5 | 0 | 13.2 | .357 | .333 | 1.000 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 2.6 |
| 2003–04 | New Jersey | 6 | 0 | 3.2 | .250 | .000 | .000 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.7 |
| 2004–05 | Detroit | 9 | 0 | 6.1 | .267 | .333 | .875 | 0.9 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 2.0 |
| 2004–05 | Milwaukee | 24 | 2 | 20.1 | .438 | .408 | .826 | 2.1 | 3.3 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 6.4 |
| 2005–06 | Los Angeles | 3 | 0 | 7.3 | .143 | .000 | .000 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.7 |
| Career | 266 | 72 | 18.6 | .407 | .386 | .792 | 1.3 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 6.3 | |
Coaching career
editIn July 2010, Goldwire joined the Phoenix Suns' NBA Summer League coaching staff.[3] He later became an assistant coach for the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks.[4]
Personal life
editGoldwire's cousin Leemire, was also a professional basketball player.[5]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e "Anthony Goldwire minor league basketball statistics". Stats Crew. Retrieved June 23, 2021.
- ^ Goldwire joins Girona. Archived January 16, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Goldwire Joins Suns' Summer League Coaching Staff
- ^ Bucks hire Goldwire as assistant coach
- ^ LEEMIRE GOLDWIRE BIO.