Dennis Awtrey
Dennis Wade Awtrey (born February 22, 1948)[1] is a retired American professional basketball player. A 6'10" center from Santa Clara University, Awtrey was drafted by the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers in 1970. He played in the league for twelve seasons, spending time with the 76ers, Chicago Bulls, Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics, Seattle SuperSonics, and Portland Trail Blazers. Awtrey had his finest season in 1974-1975, when he averaged 9.9 points and 8.6 rebounds as a member of the Suns.[2] Awtrey was also known for once having punched Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the jaw.[3][4] In 2012, Awtrey moved to Manzanita, Oregon, where he now operates a bed-and-breakfast.[5]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 22, 1948 Hollywood, California |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Listed weight | 235 lb (107 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Blackford (San Jose, California) |
| College | Santa Clara (1967–1970) |
| NBA draft | 1970 / Round: 3 / Pick: 46th overall |
| Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers | |
| Playing career | 1970–1982 |
| Position | Center |
| Number | 20, 21, 34 |
| Career history | |
| 1970–1972 | Philadelphia 76ers |
| 1972–1974 | Chicago Bulls |
| 1974–1978 | Phoenix Suns |
| 1978–1979 | Boston Celtics |
| 1979 | Seattle SuperSonics |
| 1979–1980 | Chicago Bulls |
| 1980–1981 | Seattle SuperSonics |
| 1981–1982 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career statistics | |
| Points | 3,516 (4.8 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 3,342 (4.6 rpg) |
| Assists | 1,467 (2.8 apg) |
| Stats at Basketball-Reference.com | |
References
- "Alumni Profile". National Basketball Retired Players Association.
- "1974-75 Phoenix Suns". Land of Basketball.
- United Press International (May 4, 1986). "Team Called Sunderella Recalled: A Decade Ago They Gave Celtics a Scare in NBA Final". Los Angeles Times.
- Nidetz, Steve (April 29, 1993). "Nba Fighting Mad Again-or Maybe It's All Those Tv Replays". Chicago Tribune.
- Schoenfeld, Bruce (June–July 2014). "In Praise of the American Beach Town". National Geographic Traveller.
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