Calvin Natt facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 8, 1957 Monroe, Louisiana, U.S. |
| High school | Bastrop (Bastrop, Louisiana) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Louisiana–Monroe (1975–1979) |
| NBA Draft | 1979 / Round: 1 / Pick: 8th overall |
| Selected by the New Jersey Nets | |
| Pro career | 1979–1990 |
| Career history | |
| 1979–1980 | New Jersey Nets |
| 1980–1984 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| 1984–1989 | Denver Nuggets |
| 1989 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 1989–1990 | Indiana Pacers |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 10,291 (17.2 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 4,070 (6.8 rpg) |
| Assists | 1,306 (2.2 apg) |
Calvin Leon Natt (born January 8, 1957) is a former American professional basketball player. He was a talented forward who played for 11 seasons in the NBA. Calvin Natt was known for his strong play and earned the nickname "Pit Bull".
He played college basketball at Northeast Louisiana University. After college, he was drafted into the NBA in 1979. He played for several teams, including the New Jersey Nets, Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets, San Antonio Spurs, and Indiana Pacers.
Calvin Natt was chosen to play in the NBA All-Star Game in 1985. He also made the NBA All-Rookie First Team in his first year. He finished his career with over 10,000 points. Calvin is the older brother of another former NBA player, Kenny Natt.
After his basketball career, Calvin Natt became a minister. He also owns a funeral home in Denver, Colorado.
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Calvin Natt's Basketball Journey
College Years
Calvin Natt played college basketball at Northeast Louisiana University. He was a standout player there from 1975 to 1979. In 1979, he was recognized as a second-team All-American. He also won the TAAC Player of the Year award in 1979.
Starting in the NBA
Calvin Natt was picked 8th overall in the 1979 NBA Draft by the New Jersey Nets. He quickly showed his skills and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in his first season. This award goes to the best new players in the league.
Playing for Different Teams
Calvin Natt played for five different NBA teams during his career. He started with the New Jersey Nets. Then he moved to the Portland Trail Blazers, where he played for several seasons. Later, he joined the Denver Nuggets. He also had short stints with the San Antonio Spurs and the Indiana Pacers.
All-Star Achievement
One of the biggest highlights of Calvin Natt's career was being selected for the NBA All-Star Game in 1985. This is a special game where the best players from the Eastern and Western Conferences play against each other. It shows he was one of the top players in the league at that time.
Career Statistics Summary
Calvin Natt had a successful NBA career. He played in 599 regular season games. Here are some of his career totals:
- Points: He scored a total of 10,291 points. This means he averaged 17.2 points per game.
- Rebounds: He grabbed 4,070 rebounds. Rebounds are when a player gets the ball after a missed shot. He averaged 6.8 rebounds per game.
- Assists: He made 1,306 assists. An assist is when a player passes the ball to a teammate who then scores. He averaged 2.2 assists per game.
These numbers show he was a strong all-around player who contributed a lot to his teams.
Life After Basketball
After retiring from professional basketball in 1990, Calvin Natt chose a different path. He became an ordained minister. This means he leads religious services and helps people in his community. He also owns a funeral home in Denver, Colorado.
See also
In Spanish: Calvin Natt para niños
- List of NCAA Division I men's basketball players with 30 or more rebounds in a game
- List of NCAA Division I men's basketball players with 2,000 points and 1,000 rebounds
