DeWayne Scales facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | December 28, 1958 Dallas, Texas |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | David W. Carter (Dallas, Texas) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 208 lb (94 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | LSU (1977–1980) |
| NBA Draft | 1980 / Round: 2 / Pick: 36th overall |
| Selected by the New York Knicks | |
| Pro career | 1980–1986 |
| Career history | |
| 1980–1982 | New York Knicks |
| 1982 | Ohio Mixers |
| 1983–1984 | Detroit Spirits |
| 1984 | Washington Bullets |
| 1984–1986 | Evansville Thunder |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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DeWayne Jay Scales (born December 28, 1958) is an American former professional basketball player. He was known for playing as a power forward, a position where players often score close to the basket and grab rebounds. Scales played for teams like the New York Knicks and Washington Bullets in the NBA.
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Early Life and College Basketball
DeWayne Scales was born in Dallas, Texas. He grew up loving basketball and played for David W. Carter High School in Dallas. His skills on the court were clear from a young age.
Playing for LSU
After high school, DeWayne went to LSU. He played college basketball for the LSU Tigers from 1977 to 1980. During his time at LSU, he became a very important player for the team.
SEC Tournament MVP
One of DeWayne's biggest achievements in college was being named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the SEC tournament in 1980. The SEC (Southeastern Conference) is a group of colleges that play sports against each other. Winning this award showed how talented he was.
NBA Career and Beyond
After a successful college career, DeWayne Scales was ready for the professional league. He was chosen in the 1980 NBA draft by the New York Knicks. This was a big step for him, joining one of the most famous basketball teams.
Time with the Knicks
DeWayne played for the New York Knicks from 1980 to 1981. He was a forward, helping his team score points and defend. During his NBA career, he averaged 4.6 points per game. This means he scored about four or five points in each game he played.
Moving to the Bullets
Later in his NBA career, DeWayne also played for the Washington Bullets in 1983. He continued to use his skills as a power forward. His professional career in the NBA lasted until 1984.
Playing in Other Leagues
After his time in the NBA, DeWayne Scales continued to play professional basketball in other leagues. He played for teams like the Ohio Mixers in 1982, the Detroit Spirits from 1983 to 1984, and the Evansville Thunder from 1984 to 1986. He officially ended his professional basketball career in 1986.
See also
In Spanish: DeWayne Scales para niños
