Eric Snow is an American basketball coach and former professional player who is an assistant coach for the Texas Legends of the NBA G League. He played the point guard position in the National Basketball Association from 1995 to 2008 and appeared in three NBA Finals. Known for his defense, Snow was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2003. Following his playing career, Snow served as an assistant coach at Florida Atlantic for two years after having worked two seasons at SMU as the director of player development under Larry Brown, his former coach.
Born: | April 24, 1973, Canton, Ohio |
Nationality: | American |
Listed height: | 6 ft 3 in |
Listed weight: | 208 lb |
High school: | Canton McKinley (Canton, Ohio) |
College: | Michigan State (1991–1995) |
Position: | Assistant coach |
League: | NBA G League |
NBA draft: | 1995 / Round: 2 / Pick: 43, Milwaukee Bucks |
Team: | Texas Legends |
About Eric Snow
Former NBA point guard who played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Philadelphia 76ers, and Cleveland Cavaliers during his 15-year career. He was named to the NBA All-Defensive Team in 2003.
Before Fame
He attended Canton McKinley High School, where he won three straight Most Valuable Player awards.
Achievement
He was known as a first-class sportsman and role model, winning the NBA Sportsmanship Award as well as the J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award.
Family Life
His older brother is NFL linebacker Percy Snow. He was married to DeShawn Snow for twelve years.
Associations
He was co-captain of the Cleveland Cavaliers with LeBron James during the 2007-2008 season.