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Tyreke Evans (born September 19, 1989) is an American basketball player. A 6'5" (sometimes listed as 6'6") guard, he will play for the University of Memphis during the 2008–2009 season. He is widely considered one of the best players in his class.

Evans grew up in Chester, Pennsylvania, and was mainly raised by his three older brothers. He attended American Christian Academy in Aston, Pennsylvania, and by his sophomore year began drawing comparisons to NBA All-Star Tracy McGrady. As a senior, he averaged 29 points per game and was named the Most Valuable Player of the McDonald's All-American Game, where he posted 21 points and 10 rebounds.

In April 2008, Evans announced that he would attend the University of Memphis, after also considering Villanova University and the University of Texas. However, he is widely expected to leave Memphis after one season to declare for the NBA Draft.

Notes

1. ^ Jere Longman. "Prep Star's Rise Aided by His Brother's Best Intentions". New York Times. February 21,2008. Retrieved on June 25, 2008.
2. Mark Beech and Ted Keith. "Where Will They Be?" Sports Illustrated. June 27, 2006. Retrieved on June 25, 2008.
3. "Tyreke Evans picks Memphis Tigers". Associated Press. The Sporting News. April 16, 2008. Retrieved on June 25, 2008.

External links

• Tyreke Evans at NBADraft.net
• TAKKLE.com profile

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