Jersey No. | 4 |
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DOB | 05 June 1987 |
Place of Birth | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
Height | 1.93 m |
National Team | United States |
Current Club Team | Boston Celtics |
Pro Career | 2009–present |
Specialization | Shooting guard / Point guard |
Previous Clubs | New Orleans Hornets, Sacramento Kings, Brooklyn Nets |
Thornton was the 43rd pick by the Miami Heat at the 2009 NBA Draft, but his rights were traded to the New Orleans Hornets. On February 23, 2010, Thornton broke the Hornets franchise record for the most points scored in a quarter with 23. He finished with 37 points. At the end of the season, he was named to the All-Rookie Second Team.