Jim Slaughter
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BornMay 13, 1928
Bristol, Tennessee, U.S.
DiedAugust 2, 1999 (aged 71)
Central, South Carolina, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 11 in (2.11 m)
Listed weight210 lb (95 kg)
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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 13, 1928 Bristol, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | August 2, 1999 (aged 71) Central, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m) |
| Listed weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | |
| College | South Carolina (1947–1951) |
| NBA draft | 1951: 4th round, 31st overall pick |
| Drafted by | Tri-Cities Blackhawks |
| Position | Center |
| Number | 11 |
| Career history | |
| 1951–1952 | Baltimore Bullets |
| 1952 | Washington Capitols |
| Career highlights | |
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| Stats at NBA.com | |
| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
James Walker Slaughter (May 13, 1928 – August 2, 1999) was an American professional basketball player.[1] Slaughter was selected in the 1951 NBA draft by the Tri-Cities Blackhawks after a collegiate career at South Carolina.[1] He played for the Baltimore Bullets in 1951–52 and averaged 5.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 0.9 assists per contest in 28 career games.[1]
