Anthony Avent (born October 18, 1969) is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round (15th pick overall) of the 1991 NBA draft.

[1] Born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina,[1] Avent played for the Milwaukee Bucks, Orlando Magic, Vancouver Grizzlies, Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Clippers in six NBA seasons.

[2] Prior to Seton Hall, Avent played at Malcolm X Shabazz High School in Newark, New Jersey.

[1] Upon being drafted 15th overall by the Bucks, Avent went on to instead sign with Phonola Caserta of the Italian League.

He made this decision after failing to reach a satisfactory contract with the Bucks.