Metta Sandiford-Artest American Basketball Player

Metta Sandiford-Artest, born 13 November 1979 in Queens, is an American basketball player. Teams on record for him include Los Angeles Lakers (2009–2013) and Indiana Pacers (2002–2006).

Early life

Schooling on record includes La Salle Academy and St. John's University.

Career

His position on record is shooting guard. His career on record begins at St. John's Red Storm men's basketball in 1997. The records show 9 teams, with Los Angeles Lakers, Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks among them. He spent 4 years at Indiana Pacers (2002–2006). At Los Angeles Lakers (2009–2013), his team-mates on record include Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom. New York Knicks team-mates from the same years include Amar'e Stoudemire, Pablo Prigioni and Tyson Chandler. There are 2 screen credits listed as well, such as Hawaii Five-0 (2010) and Think like a Man (2012).

Recognition

Metta Sandiford-Artest’s wins include two NBA All-Defensive Team awards (2004 and 2006). Other wins include a NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award (2004) and a J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (2011). His awards record shows 4 wins.

Personal life

He has 2 children on record.