Theron Smith excelled during his college career at Ball State, averaging 16.2 points, 8.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.4 blocks while shooting 37% from 3-point range. Although he went undrafted in the 2003 NBA Draft, Smith signed a two-year deal with the Memphis Grizzlies. The 6'8" forward played in just 20 games for Memphis before finding his way to the Charlotte Bobcats.
Charlotte selected Smith in the 2004 expansion draft along with Gerald Wallace, a future Bobcats All-Star, and 17 other players. However, after the selection, Smith played one season with the Bobcats, wearing the No. 0. In 33 games, Smith averaged 3.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.2 steals and 0.1 blocks in 15.5 minutes per contest. Smith would spend one season with the Florida
Flame of the NBA's Development League before pursuing a career overseas, playing throughout Europe and South America.
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This article originally appeared on Rookie Wire: Charlotte Bobcats jersey history No. 0 Theron Smith 2004-2005











