Anthony Lacquise Cook (born March 19, 1967) is an American former professional

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player. After having played collegiately at the

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– center Cook was selected by the

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in the first round (24th overall pick) of the

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, and then traded on draft day to the

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in exchange for

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and the Pistons' first round draft choice (27th overall pick), Kenny Battle. Cook chose not to join the Pistons, electing to play in Greece instead for P.A.O.K. B.C. He returned to the United States after one season and played in four NBA seasons for the

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and

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, in a career marred by numerous injuries. He had his best season as a rookie in 1990–91, when he appeared in 58 games for the Nuggets and averaged 5.3 ppg and 5.6 rpg.

NBA career statistics

Regular season

, - , 1990–91 ,

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External links

Stats at Basketball-Reference.com
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