Brandon Sam Bass (born April 30, 1985 in Baton
Rouge, Louisiana) is an American professional
basketball player who currently plays for the Dallas
Mavericks of the NBA and formerly played 2 years for
the New Orleans Hornets. A 6'8", 240 lbs. power
forward from LSU, Bass was selected by the Hornets
in the 2nd round (33rd overall) of the 2005 NBA
Draft.
Bass declared for the NBA Draft after his sophomore
season at LSU, where he was named the 2005 SEC
Player of the Year. He is also a victims' rights
advocate in New Orleans and frequently prepares
vegetarian dishes.
On July 26, 2007, Bass agreed to sign with the
Dallas Mavericks, but terms of the deal were not
disclosed. He is signed through the 2008-2009 season
with a $1.59 million contract.
