Steve Novak is a former American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for over a decade. He was known for his ability to shoot three-pointers and was considered one of the best shooters in the league during his prime.
Early Life and College Career
Novak was born on June 13, 1983, in Libertyville, Illinois. He attended Brown Deer High School in Wisconsin, where he played high school basketball. He then went on to attend Marquette University, where he played college basketball for four years.
During his college career, Novak set the school record for most three-pointers made in a season and was named to the All-Big East Conference first team twice. He also helped lead his team to the NCAA tournament in his senior year.
NBA Career
Novak was selected in the second round of the 2006 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets. He played sparingly during his rookie season, averaging just 1.5 points per game.
Novak then bounced around the league for a few years, playing for the Rockets, the Los Angeles Clippers, and the Dallas Mavericks. It wasn't until he signed with the New York Knicks in 2011 that he found success.
During his first season with the Knicks, Novak led the league in three-point shooting percentage, making 47.2% of his attempts. He also set a franchise record for most three-pointers made in a season with 133.
Later Career
Novak continued to play in the NBA for several more years, playing for the Toronto Raptors, the Utah Jazz, and the Milwaukee Bucks. However, he never found the same success that he had with the Knicks.
Novak retired from professional basketball in 2017. He finished his career with averages of 4.7 points and 1.3 rebounds per game.
Conclusion
Steve Novak had a successful career in the NBA, thanks in large part to his ability to shoot three-pointers. He may not have been a superstar, but he was a valuable role player for several teams during his time in the league.
