American former basketball player
Born: November 13, 1979
Metta Sandiford-Artest, formerly known as Ron Artest and later Metta World Peace, is a retired American basketball player celebrated for his defensive prowess and tenacity on the court. Born on November 13, 1979, in Queens, New York, Artest honed his skills on New York City’s intense streetball courts before playing college basketball at St. John’s University. His standout defense attracted NBA scouts, leading to his 1999 NBA draft selection by the Chicago Bulls.
Sandiford-Artest’s NBA career spanned nearly two decades, during which he played for several teams, including the Indiana Pacers, Sacramento Kings, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, and New York Knicks. He earned NBA All-Star status in 2004 and was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year that same season. His most significant career achievement was winning an NBA championship with the Lakers in 2010, where he made critical plays that helped secure their victory.
Off the court, Sandiford-Artest is known for his advocacy for mental health awareness, an issue close to his heart. He has also embraced philanthropy and authored a memoir. His name changes symbolize his journey of growth, including a shift toward promoting peace and mindfulness in sports and life.
Metta Sandiford-Artest’s 5 most popular quotes
- It’s hard to understand how you’re feeling, or you don’t even know. That’s why sometimes people seek counseling.
- Patience is weapon. I learned that from my Laker days.
- I’m a goofball. I’m always going to be that. I’m not going to change. If I got a head coaching job, I’m going to continue to laugh and have fun.
- I always like to make some jokes, sometimes.
- For me, basketball was always about survival because I was just trying to get out the hood, right? When I got to Chicago, I’m like, ‘I’m just trying to survive, and anybody I got to step on or break, so be it.’
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