Darryl Dawkins
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Darryl Dawkins, known for his larger-than-life personality and powerful dunks, became a memorable figure in the world of professional basketball. Born on January 11, 1957, in Orlando, Florida, Dawkins made history as the first player to be drafted directly out of high school into the NBA. The Philadelphia 76ers selected him as the fifth overall pick in the

Darryl Dawkins, known for his larger-than-life personality and powerful dunks, became a memorable figure in the world of professional basketball. Born on January 11, 1957, in Orlando, Florida, Dawkins made history as the first player to be drafted directly out of high school into the NBA. The Philadelphia 76ers selected him as the fifth overall pick in the

Career Stats

NBA 1976-1989

Points

8,733

Blocks

1,023

#99 All-Time

Rebounds

4,432

PPG

12.0

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Career Timeline

1976-1982

Philadelphia 76ers (NBA)

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1983-1987

New Jersey Nets (NBA)

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1988

Utah Jazz (NBA)

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1988-1989

Detroit Pistons (NBA)

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Born Jan 11th, 1957

Height / Weight 6' 11" 251 lbs

Position C

Jersey #s 53 · 50 · 45

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