Chuck Williams (basketball) facts for kids
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | June 6, 1946 Boulder, Colorado, U.S. |
| High school | East (Denver, Colorado) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 175 lb (79 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Colorado (1965–1968) |
| NBA Draft | 1968 / Round: 6 / Pick: 76th overall |
| Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers | |
| Pro career | 1970–1978 |
| Career history | |
| 1970–1971 | Pittsburgh Condors |
| 1971–1972 | Denver Rockets |
| 1972–1974 | San Diego Conquistadors |
| 1974 | Kentucky Colonels |
| 1974–1975 | Memphis Sounds |
| 1975–1976 | Denver Nuggets |
| 1976–1978 | Buffalo Braves |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career ABA and NBA statistics | |
| Points | 6,894 (10.8 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 1,489 (2.3 rpg) |
| Assists | 2,869 (4.5 apg) |
Edward "Chuck" Williams was a talented American basketball player. He was born on June 6, 1946. Chuck played professionally for eight seasons, from 1970 to 1978. He competed in two major leagues: the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the American Basketball Association (ABA).
Chuck Williams was a Point guard, standing 6 feet 2 inches tall. He played for several teams during his career. These included the Pittsburgh Condors, Denver Nuggets, San Diego Conquistadors, Kentucky Colonels, Memphis Sounds, Baltimore Claws, Virginia Squires, and Buffalo Braves.
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Chuck Williams's Basketball Career
Chuck Williams started his professional journey in 1970. He quickly became known for his skills on the court. He played for different teams in both the ABA and later the NBA.
Playing for the Conquistadors
One of Chuck's best seasons was in 1972–73. While playing for the San Diego Conquistadors, he showed amazing talent. He averaged 17.7 points and 7.7 assists per game. This means he scored a lot and helped his teammates score too.
Setting a Unique Record
Chuck Williams holds a special record in basketball history. During the 1973–74 ABA season, he played 90 games. This is more games than any other player in a single season! He played 57 games for San Diego and 33 for Kentucky that year.
Career Highlights and Retirement
Chuck Williams retired from professional basketball in 1978. By then, he had scored a total of 6,849 points. He also made 2,869 assists throughout his career. His dedication and skill made him a notable player in his time.
External links
- Career Stats
See also
In Spanish: Chuck Williams para niños
