Nationality American Name Rudy Hackett Spouse Katia Hackett Listed height 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) Role Basketball Player | Listed weight 210 lb (95 kg) Height 2.06 m College Syracuse (1972–1975) Weight 95 kg Children Daniel Hackett | |
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NBA draft 1975 / Round: 3 / Pick: 37th overall | ||
Rudolph "Rudy" Hackett (born May 10, 1953) is a retired American professional basketball player. A 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) and 210 lb (95 kg) power forward, he played college basketball at Syracuse University.
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College playing career
Hackett played college basketball at Syracuse University, with the Syracuse Orange, from 1972 to 1975.
Professional playing career
Hackett was selected with the 37th pick (3rd round) in the 1975 NBA draft by the New Orleans Jazz, and with the 25th pick (3rd round) by the Spirits of St. Louis in the 1975 ABA draft. He played for the Spirits, New York Nets, and Indiana Pacers over two seasons. Hackett also played professionally in Italy.
Post-playing career
Hackett is a strength and conditioning coach for the USC Trojans men's basketball team.
Personal life
His son, Daniel Hackett, is a professional basketball player.