Steve D'Shawn Francis (born February 21, 1977, in Silver Spring, Maryland, U.S.) is an American professional basketball player for the Houston Rockets of the NBA. Nicknamed "The Franchise" and self-described as "Steve-O", with his on-court and off-court antics generated considerable controversy throughout his career. He is known for his crossover dribble, driving ability, and flashy dunks.
He was the 2nd overall pick in the 1999 NBA Draft by the Vancouver Grizzlies out of the University of Maryland. He famously cried after being chosen by Vancouver, swearing the Chicago Bulls would regret selecting Elton Brand first overall instead.
Francis averaged 21.3 PPG 7.0 APG 5.8 RPG in his first season with the Magic. The Magic started out the year fast in the 2004-05 season, with Francis providing great play, getting a couple of game-winning layups early in the year. They slumped late and missed the playoffs, but it seemed the Magic were heading in a positive direction.
Too sad the only thing he can dunk now is donuts...
RonTahan1 1 week ago
@bettydaw1970 not just that, deep depression.
Kings940 1 week ago
@joezizzle777 he blocked the shot
alfonzolamar 4 months ago
you see these dunks from a 6'2 guy, derrick rose isnt the first guard to throw them down like he does, watch baron davis too
alfonzolamar 4 months ago
foot problems really hurt this guy
bettydaw1970 4 months ago
@KeepRockin55 LOL vancouver is one of the greatest cities in the world. I doubt where you live is half as nice as Van city.
Kryptsanies 8 months ago
Sorry to hear that you live in Vancouver.
KeepRockin55 9 months ago
@welcometourf what do you mean?
vi2kasz 9 months ago
lol, Grizzlies got the last laugh
welcometourf 1 year ago
at 1:00 he misses the shot. dont get me wrong, this guy is great. i was just saying he misses the shot. it was a hard shot though.
joezizzle777 1 year ago