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The former two-time West Virginia All-American has been called the "biggest six-foot, three-inch player you'll ever see," by opponents who have tried to stop him. A top-flight scorer, who averaged 28 points a game in college, and just under 18 points a game in his freshman season in the NBA last year, Jerry also is a defensive stalwart and an outstanding rebounder. His sharp reflexes, quick hands, long arms and springy legs make up for the inches he lacks.
The fastest big, big man in the N.B.A., Walt figures to be a key man in the Pistons' championship drive. Before coming to Detroit he spent a season at Minneapolis and earned his pro varsity letter. As a collegian, Big Walt led his team to 27 straight wins and the N.I.T. title in 1953.
Detroit has hung its hat on defense in the past- and Thompson is eager to bring back that hard-hat mentality to Motown. In 2023-24, the rugged forward was one of three rookies (Victor Wembanyama, Chet Holmgren) to rack up at least 400 rebounds, 50 steals and 50 blocked shots.
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