Alonzo Bradley facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | October 16, 1953 Utica, Mississippi, U.S. |
| High school | Hinds County Agricultural (Utica, Mississippi) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
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| NBA Draft | 1977 / Round: 2 / Pick: 29th overall |
| Selected by the Indiana Pacers | |
| Pro career | 1977–1980 |
| Career history | |
| 1977–1980 | Houston Rockets |
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Alonzo Bradley (born October 16, 1953) is a retired American basketball player. He was born in Utica, Mississippi. Alonzo played college basketball for Texas Southern University before joining the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Becoming a Pro Basketball Player
Alonzo Bradley was chosen to play in the NBA in 1977. This happened during an event called the 1977 NBA draft. The NBA draft is where professional basketball teams pick new players from colleges or other leagues.
Joining the NBA
The Indiana Pacers picked Alonzo in the second round. He was the 29th player chosen overall that year. After being drafted, he went on to play for the Houston Rockets. He played for the Rockets from 1977 to 1980. During his time with the Rockets, he played in 99 games.
Moving to a New Team
Later, Alonzo was chosen by the Dallas Mavericks in something called an "Expansion Draft." An Expansion Draft happens when a new team joins a league. They get to pick players from other teams to build their own roster.
See also
In Spanish: Alonzo Bradley para niños
