Dwight Davis (basketball) facts for kids
Davis with the Houston Cougars in the 1971–72 season
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | October 28, 1949 Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| High school | Worthing (Houston, Texas) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Houston (1969–1972) |
| NBA Draft | 1972 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall |
| Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers | |
| Pro career | 1972–1977 |
| Career history | |
| 1972–1975 | Cleveland Cavaliers |
| 1975–1977 | Golden State Warriors |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 2,936 (8.6 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 1,991 (5.9 rpg) |
| Assists | 529 (1.6 apg) |
Dwight E. Davis (born October 28, 1949) is a retired American professional basketball player. He was a talented forward who played in the NBA. After a great college career, he was picked early in the 1972 NBA draft.
Davis was known by the nickname "Double D" during his five seasons in the NBA. He played for two different teams.
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Dwight Davis's College Basketball Journey
Dwight Davis went to Worthing High School in Houston, Texas. After high school, he joined the Houston Cougars college team. He was recruited by the famous Coach Guy Lewis.
Sophomore Season Success
In his second year (1969–1970), Davis was a key player for Houston. He scored nearly 20 points and grabbed over 10 rebounds per game. His team finished with a strong record of 25 wins and 5 losses. They even made it to the 1970 NCAA University Division basketball tournament.
Junior Year Highlights
During the 1970–1971 season, Davis continued to shine. He averaged over 20 points and 12 rebounds. The Cougars had another excellent season, finishing 22–7. In the 1971 NCAA University Division basketball tournament, Davis scored 30 points in one game. He helped his team win their first-round match.
Senior Year and Beyond
As a senior in 1971–1972, Davis had his best college season. He averaged 24.4 points and 11.7 rebounds. Houston again played in the NCAA Tournament. Davis earned a college degree from the University of Houston. He is also a member of the Bauer Business School Circle of Honor.
Dwight Davis's NBA Career
In 1972, Dwight Davis was a top pick in the 1972 NBA draft. The Cleveland Cavaliers chose him as the 3rd player overall.
Rookie Year Achievements
As a rookie for the Cavaliers, Davis averaged 9.4 points and 7.0 rebounds. He was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team. This means he was one of the best new players in the league that year.
Best Seasons with Cleveland
Davis had his best NBA season in 1973–1974. He averaged 12.5 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. He continued to play well for the Cavaliers in the 1974–1975 season.
Moving to Golden State
In 1975, Davis was traded to the Golden State Warriors. He played 72 games for the Warriors in the 1975–1976 season. That year, the Warriors made it to the Western Division Finals.
Career-Ending Injury
Sadly, Davis's career ended early due to an injury. On February 20, 1977, he tore a muscle in his leg during a game. This injury stopped him from playing professional basketball.
Overall, Dwight Davis played 340 regular season games in the NBA. He averaged 8.6 points and 5.9 rebounds. He was a 6-foot-8-inch forward.
Life After Basketball
Dwight Davis lives in New Hampshire with his wife, Gayle. They have four children.
Davis has been involved with the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA). This group helps former NBA players. He served on their board of directors for several years.
He has also been appointed to important councils in New Hampshire. These roles help with workforce development and community health. Davis is also the President of the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire.
Honors and Recognition
- In 2006, Dwight Davis was honored by the University of Houston. He was inducted into their "Hall of Honor."
See also
In Spanish: Dwight Davis (baloncestista) para niños
