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Florida Reacquires Point Guard William "Smush" Parker After NBA Call-Up

February 8, 2005 - NBA G League (G League)
Florida Flame News Release


Fort Myers, Fla., February 8, 2005 - The Florida Flame have reacquired point guard William "Smush" Parker, according to an announcement today by NBDL director of basketball operations Chris Alpert and Flame Head Coach Dennis Johnson. The Flame also waived forward Tremaine Fowlkes while he rehabilitates an Achilles' injury.

Parker was called-up to two consecutive, 10-day contracts with the Phoenix Suns. For the Suns, Smush averaged 3.0 points in 6.8 minutes of action.

"We are glad to have Smush back with us as he solidifies our point guard position," said Head Coach Dennis Johnson. "He is a great player, so I hope the people of Fort Myers will get to see him play come March."

Before earning his GATORADE Call-up on January 19, Parker played in four games (1 start), averaging 30.3 minutes, 17.3 points, 7.0 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 2.3 steals.

Parker, who will wear jersey #17, is expected to play tonight at Roanoke.



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