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An extremely intelligent player, Toby has the knack for getting good court position and for going to the boards. The best part of his game is defense and running, and he's been very effective in that role with the Knicks the past 2 seasons. At Notre Dame he's best remembered for his final buzzer tip-in vs. Cincinnati in 1976 NCAA Tourney.
Which former Knick was known by the nickname "Sweetwater"? Nat Clifton of Xavier (New Orleans) 1950-57.
Named ABA Rookie of the Year for 1972-73. Was among ABA's top ten in steals & assists, '73-74. Drafted: #2-1972 by New York Nets.
When Johnson lets loose from behind the arc, the sweet sound of swishing nets is a veritable lullaby soothing enough to send anyone to sleep. Defenders are too cranky to close their eyes, though. They just mumble and grumble while watching the wingman pile up points like he's counting shots instead of sheep.
A solid performer now in his fifth year in the NBA, Rod is recognized as one of the standout guards in the league. Known as "Mr. Available" because of his record of never having been disqualified from an NBA game. Led his team in assists with 450 last season, and was the fourth highest scorer. He came to the Lakers in 1957 and last year was reunited with Fred Schaus, his old West Virginia coach.
Vinnie's most comfortable shot is perhaps a twisting jumper but he's big enough to penetrate to the basket as well. Last season he led the Supersonics with 341 Assists while adding 78 Steals and 20 Blocked Shots for year.
Vinnie was Southwest Conference's leading scorer of 1978-79.
Signed as a free agent by the Heat on July 18, 1996...Led the Nets in minutes played in 1995-96... Was second on the Nets in steals (79) and third in blocks (100) in 1995-96...Averaged 17.0 points and 13.7 rebounds per game in 92-93 with Panionios in the Greek League... Averaged 10.1 ppg and 8.4 rpg in Louisiana Tech career... Real full name is Collier Brown, Jr.
Philadelphia made quick work of Brooklyn in the 2023 NBA Playoffs, dispatching the Nets in four games in the first round. Harris closed out the sweep in impressive fashion, dropping 25 points on 11-of-19 shooting and adding 12 rebounds to propel the Sixers to a come-from-behind 96-88 win.
The 76ers' 2nd-leading scorer in 1976-77, George had a high of 37 points in one game. He led the club with 163 steals and chipped in with 302 assists during the campaign. George led the ABA in scoring, 1974-75.
George is part-owner of an appliance store.
2019 Donruss WNBA Set (Basketball)
When the Wings selected Ogunbowale in the first round of the 2019 WNBA draft, the DJ at the event switched the music to Lil Nas X's country smash Old Town Road. Bringing her Midwest flavor to Dallas, the guard will be looking to become a hit and bring joy to the Lone Star State faithful.
A 5-year veteran of the ABA, Red ranks as 2nd all-time leading rebounder in loop behind Mel Daniels. Played center his 1st 3 years with New Orleans Buccaneers; switched to forward when traded to Stars. Drafted from Utah, 8-10-72.
Red has a fine 15-20 foot "bank" shot.
1995 Collector's Choice Set (Basketball)
A member of the Miami Heat's inaugural team, Long joined the Hawks three games into the 1994-95 season. He left Miami as the franchise's all-time leader in games played, appearing in 470 contests, and steals, with 664 picks to his credit.
Larry lives in a suburb of Syracuse but it took three years before he could play pro ball in his own "back yard." While on the Warriors, he demonstrated a fine, accurate set shot and was one of the top outside men. Larry can also pour on the speed to bottle up enemy attacks.
Drafted in first round, 22nd pick, by Milwaukee in 1986... Traded to Indiana in 1987... Finished as leading scorer in Michigan State history with 2,145 points.
Abdul is an offense-minded forward with the ability to serve as a catalyst off the bench. Formerly known as Gary Cole, he's a high percentage shooter with a soft touch. Abdul had a game-high of 31 Points in 1980-81.
Abdul earned NAIA All-American recognition in college.
The second player selected in the ABA College Draft of 1974, Marvin enjoyed a sensational rookie campaign with the Spirits of St. Louis by being named as league's Rookie of the Year and being a starter on the All-Star Team. Marvin was an All-State selection in high school on team which had record of 48-0.
Basketball Signals: Illegal use of hands - Signal foul - strike wrist
Artest was the 2004 NBA Defensive Player of the Year and has made the All-Defensive first team twice (2004, 2006) and the second team twice (2003, 2009). He has topped his team in steals in nine out of 10 seasons and finished in the Top 3 in the league in steals five times.
Embracing a new role in 2022-23, Anthony brought tons of offensive energy off the bench. The guard was one of three players in the league to average at least 13.0 points while making fewer than five starts (minimum 25 games played). The other super subs were Malcolm Brogdon and Malik Monk.
With the arrival of Sam Perkins, Green had to adjust to a reserve role in 1990/91, but his high-intensity style of play allowed him to flourish. Green has become the Lakers' ironman despite his all-out, hustling personality, playing in every Laker game for three consecutive seasons.
After missing Memphis' first 14 games of 2022-23, Jackson quickly made up for lost time. In his season debut on Nov. 15, the All-Defensive Team forward swatted five shots vs. New Orleans. Keeping near that pace, he finished the campaign with a career-best 189 rejections.
Sengun made massive strides during each of his first three seasons. As a rookie in 2021-22, he put up 9.6 points per night, then bumped that up to 14.8 as a sophomore. In campaign No. 3, the rising center made an even larger leap and averaged 21.1 points plus 9.3 rebounds.
Portland picked Murray in the first round of the 2023 draft, and he was quick to prove worthy of the slot. He scored in double figures 18 times in 2023-24 and cranked out a season-high 21 points against the Clippers on March 22. He added seven boards, three steals and two dimes while he was at it.
1997 Pinnacle Inside WNBA Set (Basketball)
Tajama led George Washington University to four NCAA tournaments and owns all-time school records for career points, blocks, scoring average and points in a season. She was named the '96-97 Atlantic 10 Conference Player of the Year.
Family survived Hurricane Hugo by staying in a walk-in refrigerator Father played professional basketball in the Caribbean Was born in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands Has a degree in Sociology
Garfield is an excellent shotblocker, Garfield's trademark is his high arching jumper he hits with consistency.
Garfield's highest scoring NBA game: 36 points.
Bill and his teammates Chris Mullin and Walter Berry compiled a 31-4 record at St. Johns University making it to the '85 NCAA semifinals. Bill played for his home country, Canada, in the 1984 Olympics. Very active in the community, Bill is involved with the NBA's "Don't Foul Out" drug program. Bill is so dedicated to giving something back that in 1987 he won the NBA/American Express Man Of The Year award for his community participation.
Was drafted by Chicago on the first round in 1987... Tenth player selected... Consensus ACC player of the year 1986-87... Twin brother Harvey plays for Washington.
The "Reign Man" is one of Seattle's lethal weapons. Blessed with power, speed and an array of offensive moves, Kemp is dangerous anytime he touches the basketball. When it's crunch time for the Sonics, you know Kemp will be involved.
Identifying chemistry on and off the hardwood, Walker signed with the Nets in 2023. "Off the court, we have similar outlooks on life, and on the court we play very well," he said. "Our chemistry as far as growth and becoming a very special team is going to be something really nice."
Jim is an excellent rebounder and is also deadly with his unique two hand shot, that he pushes off the heels of his hands. Coming to the Royals after a season with the Lakers, Jim expects to repeat his high scoring ways that made him one of the most exciting college hoopsters in 1955.
Len reached the 15,000 Point mark in 1972-73, only the 16th player in NBA history to reach that milestone.
Len went to high school with baseball star Tommy Davis.
It was a walk down memory lane for Gay when he began his tenure in Utah. His first three games for the Jazz were all against former teams Toronto, Sacramento and Memphis. Strolling to victory in his debut, he scored 20 points on 7-of-8 shooting against the visiting Raptors on Nov. 18, 2021.
Following a career in which he scored more points (1,545) in Big Ten games than any player in conference history, starpshooting Shawn was named The Sporting News Player of the Year for 1994-95.
1993 Stadium Club Set (Basketball)
Per minute, Buechler ranked in the TOP 29% of the NBA in 3PM... Recorded across-the-board career-highs in 3rd season.
A member of the ABA Second Team All-Stars for 1975-76, Bobby captured his second consecutive field goal shooting percentage title last season. The league's runner-up as Rookie of the Year for 1974-75, he had a game high of 32 points at Indiana in March of 1975. Bobby's .605 field goal percentage in 1974-75 set an ABA rookie mark. Bobby had a rebound high of 16 in one game.
Basketball Terms: A player is in control when he is holding a ball in play or dribbling it.
The only player remaining from the original 18 selected when Chicago was awarded a franchise in 1966, Jerry provides scoring punch in the backcourt. Jerry's hustle, desire, shooting and tenacious defense are among the Bulls' biggest assets. After earning All-State honors in high school, he was an All-American at Evansville in their unbeaten 1964-65 season.
Jerry is one the NBA's best rebounding guards.
2000 Fleer Ultra WNBA Set (Basketball)
Jessie could be a second coach for the Miracle on the court. She served as an assistant coach (on the college level) between 1994-97, after being an All-ACC First Team member at Maryland in 1992 and '93.
1995 Collector's Choice Set (Basketball)
Willis, the longtime Hawk, came to Miami in a Nov. 7. 1994 trade that dealt Steve Smith, Grant Long and a future second round NBA Draft pick to Atlanta. Willis gives the Heat veteran savvy, low post presence and a big body to pound for loose balls. In 1994-95, he paid dividends immediately, leading the squad in offensive (227) and defensive rebounds (505).
Changed spelling of his first name from "Akeem" in March to reflect the original Arabic spelling...Led NBA in rebounding and blocked shots in 1990, the second player ever to do so...Named to All-NBA First Team three straight years (1987-89).