Nationality American Role Basketball Player Position Center Name Dennis Awtrey Education Santa Clara University | Listed weight 235 lb (107 kg) Weight 107 kg Height 2.08 m | |
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Born February 22, 1948 (age 76)
Hollywood, California ( 1948-02-22 ) High school Blackford (San Jose, California) College Santa Clara (1967–1970) NBA draft 1970 / Round: 3 / Pick: 46th overall | ||
Listed height 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) | ||
Dennis Wade Awtrey (born February 22, 1948) 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. Awtrey was also known for once having punched Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the jaw. In 2012, Awtrey moved to Manzanita, Oregon, where he now operates a bed-and-breakfast.
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