Jerry Bird
American basketball player
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Jerry Lee Bird (February 3, 1934 – July 16, 2017) was an American basketball player. Born in Corbin, Kentucky,[1] he played collegiately for the University of Kentucky. He was selected by the Minneapolis Lakers in the 1956 NBA draft and played 11 NBA games for the New York Knicks (1958–59).
BornFebruary 3, 1934
Corbin, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedJuly 16, 2017 (aged 83)
Corbin, Kentucky, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight210 lb (95 kg)
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 3, 1934 Corbin, Kentucky, U.S. |
| Died | July 16, 2017 (aged 83) Corbin, Kentucky, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Corbin (Corbin, Kentucky) |
| College | Kentucky (1953–1956) |
| NBA draft | 1956: 3rd round, 18th overall pick |
| Drafted by | Minneapolis Lakers |
| Playing career | 1958–1959 |
| Position | Forward |
| Number | 7 |
| Career history | |
| 1958–1959 | New York Knicks |
| Career highlights | |
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| Stats at NBA.com | |
| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Career statistics
| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
NBA
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