David McCray
German basketball player and coach
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David McCray (born 6 November 1986) is a German professional basketball coach and former player. Standing at 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in), he mainly played as point guard. He is the current Head coach for Crailsheim Merlins of the German ProA.
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McCray (2022) | |
| Crailsheim Merlins | |
|---|---|
| Title | Head coach |
| League | ProA |
| Personal information | |
| Born | 6 November 1986 |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 187 lb (85 kg) |
| Career information | |
| Playing career | 2003–2019 |
| Position | Point guard |
| Number | 4 |
| Career history | |
Playing | |
| 2003–2004 | Kaiserslautern Braves |
| 2004–2007 | BG Karlsruhe |
| 2007–2008 | Kirchheim Knights |
| 2007–2012 | EnBW Ludwigsburg |
| 2012–2014 | Telekom Baskets Bonn |
| 2014–2015 | Artland Dragons |
| 2015–2019 | Riesen Ludwigsburg |
Coaching | |
| 2019–2024 | Riesen Ludwigsburg (assistant) |
| 2024–present | Crailsheim Merlins |
| Career highlights | |
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His number 4 was retired by Riesen Ludwigsburg.[1]
Early life
David McCray's father is from the United States, his mother from Germany.
Professional career
In June 2014, he signed a 1-year deal with an option for another year with Artland Dragons.[2] He previously played for Telekom Baskets Bonn.[3]
On 19 July 2019, McCray announced his retirement.[1] Riesen Ludwigsburg retired his jersey number 4, its first retired number in club history.
Coaching career
Following his retirement, he assumed the function of assistant coach with Riesen Ludwigsburg.[1]
On May 30, 2024, he signed with Crailsheim Merlins of the German ProA for his first head coaching experience.[4]