Amar Stoudemire
Amar'e Stoudemire
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Amar'e Carsares Stoudemire was born on November 16, 1982. He is commonly referred to as Amar'e.
Birth and Death Dates
November 16, 1982 - Present (still alive)
Nationality and Profession(s)
American Basketball Player and Entrepreneur
Early Life and Background
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Amar'e Stoudemire was born in Lake Wales, Florida, to Mawusi and Hedwiga Stoudemire. He grew up in a close-knit family with his younger brother, Malick. Amar'e's parents instilled in him the importance of hard work and education from an early age.
As a child, Amar'e was fascinated by basketball and spent countless hours practicing on the court. His natural ability and dedication earned him a spot on the Lake Wales High School varsity team. Under the guidance of Coach Ken Sawtelle, Amar'e developed his skills and led his team to a state championship in 2001.
Major Accomplishments
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Amar'e's impressive high school career caught the attention of college scouts and NBA teams. He opted for early entry into the 2002 NBA draft, becoming one of the youngest players to ever be drafted directly from high school (17th overall).
Stoudemire's professional career spanned 16 seasons with various teams, including:
Phoenix Suns (2002-2010)
New York Knicks (2010-2015)
Dallas Mavericks (2015-2016)
Miami Heat (2016)
Throughout his career, Amar'e earned multiple NBA All-Star selections, was named to the All-NBA Team twice, and won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 2003.
Notable Works or Actions
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Amar'e's commitment to philanthropy and community development is evident through various charitable initiatives. He has supported organizations such as:
The Amar'e Stoudemire Foundation, which focuses on education and youth empowerment.
City Harvest, a food rescue organization that helps feed the hungry in New York City.
Stoudemire has also been involved in various business ventures, including a wine label and real estate investments.
Impact and Legacy
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Amar'e's impact on basketball extends beyond his impressive playing career. He was one of the first players to popularize the "fadeaway" jump shot, which became a staple in modern NBA offenses. His influence can be seen in many younger players who have adopted similar shooting techniques.
Off the court, Amar'e has used his platform to advocate for social justice and equality. He has been an outspoken critic of systemic racism and police brutality, using his voice to raise awareness and mobilize support for marginalized communities.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Amar'e's quotes often highlight his dedication to personal growth, teamwork, and community development. His words of wisdom are sought after by fans, young athletes, and business leaders alike. Some notable quotes include:
"You have to be willing to put in the work to achieve greatness."
"Champions don't become champions by putting less effort than anyone else."
Amar'e's legacy extends beyond his on-court accomplishments; he has inspired a generation of players and entrepreneurs with his commitment to excellence, philanthropy, and social responsibility.
Quotes by Amar Stoudemire
The chemistry on and off court is really helping us a lot. And we also got a floor general like Steve Nash who's going to keep everybody involved. That's always a positive for any team, when you've got a point guard like him.
I felt really good with the one-on-ones and it's not going to change anything if I skip some steps, so I might as well get in five-on-five practices. My main thing is to make sure I'm healthy. Personally, I feel pretty good. I'm not choosing this on behalf of anyone else's injury.
I figured I'd be ready by now. My right knee is hurting more than my left. I think it's just from overcompensating -- a little fluid buildup that's in there. I'm just trying to get that out and get back. Once I get the rest and the treatment, it goes away. Then I have three strong days and it comes back. I haven't played a five-on-five game yet so I haven't put it to the test.
I'm thinking it's supposed to be getting better and better and it's not. I can't get any lift. I'm not getting up on my jumper and running-wise, there is pain now.
I'm never surprised at the healing process. It's all God-given. If the mind can conceive it, you can achieve it.
I'm sure I've asked a little too much of it. It's just a little buildup, but it's a warning to make sure I'm ready before making the next step.
I'm ready to go. I'm really trying to win a championship this year. That's what I'm striving for. There are a lot of new guys and there have been some huge changes, but I think it's all for the best to help this team become a champion.
Not really. Every game I feel I have to play 100 percent, regardless of whether it?s Yao Ming, Tim Duncan or Kevin Garnett .
That kind of scared me a little bit, ... I'm known for my powerful dunks, but I've never done anything like that before. It was kind of like one of those old Shaq moves where he yanked the backboard all the way down. It didn't quite come all the way down, but I was surprised I broke it like that. I've never broken a backboard before, let alone an entire basket. I'm only 6-10, 250. Guys who destroy backboards are 7-3, 360. I'm a slim, powerful dunker. It wasn't my intent, but it sure felt good.