Dedreck Etan Thomas (born April 1 1978 in Harlem, New York) is a professional basketball player in the NBA.
After playing for Syracuse University, Thomas was drafted 12th overall in the 2000 NBA Draft by the Dallas Mavericks. Without ever playing a game for the Mavs, was traded to the Washington Wizards in 2001 and has averaged 6.7 points and 5.3 rebounds throughout his career.
In 2005, Thomas released a book of poetry which included works critical of former Wizards head coach Doug Collins.
In September of 2005, Thomas was one of several celebrities to speak at the anti-war rally in Washington D.C. A video of his speech is available here through Democracy Now.
Some locals nickname Thomas "Uncle Etan." His parents are Grenadian.
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