Former KU basketball player signs with New Jersey Nets

By By Kellis Robinett |

Monday, January 24, 2005

It’s been a long wait for former Kansas basketball sharpshooter Billy Thomas, but at the age of 29 he is finally a rookie in the NBA.

Thomas, who played at Kansas from 1995 to 1998, spent time playing basketball overseas and in several American minor league systems until signing a 10-day contract with the New Jersey Nets last week. So far, he has appeared in one game and pulled down two rebounds and dished one assist. He has yet to score.

Before receiving his opportunity to play in the NBA, Thomas played for the Dakota Wizards of the CBA. Thomas led the league in three-point field goals.

During his time at Kansas he made 269 three-pointers, the second most of any Jayhawk. He graduated as Kansas’ all-time leading three-point shooter, but Jeff Boschee eventually passed him with 338.

He will join former Jayhawk teammate Jacque Vaughn, who has played for the Nets all season.

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