Jordan Bell and 9 other greatest NBA careers in Oregon basketball history
By Sam Fariss
9. Fred Jones
Fred Jones played in 430 games during his time in the NBA. The shooting guard had impressive numbers for a backup and had a productive eight-year run in the league.
During the 2004-05 season, Jones averaged 10.6 points while coming off the bench, his career high.
Over his eight years, he averaged 7.5 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
The peak of his career may not have been during a game though. In 2004, the former Duck competed in and won the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Challenge.
Jones spent time on the Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, Raptors, Knicks, and Portland Trailblazers.
While he was with the Ducks, he helped carry the team to the Elite Eight, losing to the Kansas Jayhawks.
In 2015, he returned to Eugene as an assistant coach for the men’s basketball team.