Richard Jefferson is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He was born on June 21, 1980, in Los Angeles, California. Jefferson played college basketball at the University of Arizona, where he helped the team win the NCAA Championship in 1997. He was selected as the 13th overall pick in the 2001 NBA Draft by the New Jersey Nets. During his 17-year NBA career, Jefferson played for several teams, including the New Jersey Nets, Milwaukee Bucks, San Antonio Spurs, and Cleveland Cavaliers. He was known for his scoring ability, athleticism, and versatility on the court. Jefferson won an NBA Championship with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016 before retiring in 2018.