College career
In his freshman season at Georgia, Gaines had a very productive year as he led the team in minutes, assists, steals, free throw attempts and makes, as well as ranking second in rebounding. In 27 games, he averaged 12.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 2.4 steals per game. [1] [2]
In his sophomore season, he ranked third among all SEC players in steals at 2.0 per game. In 30 games, he averaged 10.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game. He was named the team's MVP by the coaching staff at the season's end. [1] [2]
In his junior season, he led Georgia in minutes, starts, rebounds, assists and steals. He was also named to the 2007 All-SEC second team. In 32 games, he averaged 10.5 points, 5.7 rebounds 4.8 assists and 2.3 steals per game. [1] [2]
In his senior season, he was named to the 2008 All-SEC second team and All-Defensive team. In 34 games, he averaged 14.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.8 steals per game. [2]
Professional career
NGC Cantù (2008–2009)
Gaines went undrafted in the 2008 NBA draft. In July 2008, he signed with NGC Cantù of Italy for the 2008–09 season. [3]
Idaho Stampede (2009–2010)
On November 5, 2009, Gaines was selected with the 15th overall pick by the Idaho Stampede in the 2009 NBA D-League draft. [4]
Utah Jazz (2010)
On January 5, 2010, Gaines signed a 10-day contract with the Utah Jazz. On January 14, 2010, in just his fifth NBA game, he hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Jazz a dramatic 97–96 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. It was the first 3-pointer of his NBA career. [5] [6]
On January 15, 2010, he signed a second 10-day contract with the Jazz. On January 25, 2010, he signed with the Jazz for the rest of the season. [7]
Gaines joined the Utah Jazz for the 2010 NBA Summer League. On October 22, 2010, he was waived by the Jazz. [8]
Minnesota Timberwolves (2010–2011)
On November 12, 2010, Gaines signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves. [9] On January 4, 2011, he was waived by the Timberwolves. [10]
Toronto Raptors (2011)
On January 13, 2011, Gaines signed a 10-day contract with the Toronto Raptors. [11] On January 24, 2011, he signed a second 10-day contract with the Raptors. [12] On January 26, 2011, he was waived by the Raptors. [13]
New Jersey Nets (2011)
On February 28, 2011, Gaines signed a 10-day contract with the New Jersey Nets. [14] On March 10, 2011, he signed a second 10-day contract with the Nets. [15] On March 20, 2011, he signed a multi-year deal with the Nets. [16] On March 23, 2011, Gaines suffered a season-ending right hip injury. [17]
Return to New Jersey (2011–2012)
In December 2011, Gaines re-joined the New Jersey Nets after the lockout ended.
Beşiktaş (2013–2014)
Gaines joined the Washington Wizards for the 2013 NBA Summer League.
On November 22, 2013, he signed a two-month deal with Beşiktaş of Turkey. [22] On January 15, 2014, he played his final game for Beşiktaş, recording 4 points, 7 assists and 2 steals in 15 minutes of play.
Reno Bighorns (2014)
On January 29, 2014, he was acquired by the Austin Toros. On January 31, 2014, he was traded to the Springfield Armor. [23] [24] On February 4, 2014, he was traded to the Reno Bighorns. [25]
Sidigas Avellino (2014–2015)
On August 28, 2014, Gaines signed with Sidigas Avellino of Italy for the 2014–15 season. [27] In 29 games for Sidigas, he averaged 11.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.2 steals per game.
Return to the Bighorns (2015)
In July 2015, Gaines joined the Detroit Pistons for the 2015 NBA Summer League. [28] On November 2, 2015, he was acquired by the Reno Bighorns, returning to the franchise for a second stint. [29] On December 8, he was waived by the Bighorns after appearing in just four games. [30]
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