E. C. Coleman facts for kids
| No. 44, 12 | |
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| Power forward | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | September 25, 1950 Flora, Mississippi, U.S. |
| High school | E. Flora (Flora, Mississippi) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 225 lb (102 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Houston Baptist (1969–1973) |
| NBA Draft | 1973 / Round: 3 / Pick: 51st overall |
| Selected by the Houston Rockets | |
| Pro career | 1973–1978 |
| Career history | |
| 1973–1974 | Houston Rockets |
| 1974–1977 | New Orleans Jazz |
| 1977–1978 | Golden State Warriors |
| 1978 | Houston Rockets |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 2,553 (7.2 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 2,151 (6.0 rpg) |
| Assists | 472 (1.3 apg) |
E. C. Coleman Jr. (born September 25, 1950) is a retired American basketball player. He was known for his strong defense during his time in the NBA. Coleman played as a power forward for several teams in the 1970s.
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E. C. Coleman's Basketball Journey
E. C. Coleman Jr. was born in Flora, Mississippi. He grew up loving basketball and worked hard to become a great player. His journey in basketball took him from college to the professional league.
College Basketball Days
Coleman played college basketball for Houston Baptist University. He was a key player for their team from 1969 to 1973. His skills on the court caught the eye of professional scouts.
Playing in the NBA
In 1973, E. C. Coleman was chosen by the Houston Rockets in the NBA draft. This was a big step for him, as he joined the top basketball league in the world. He played for the Rockets in his first year.
After that, he moved to the New Orleans Jazz. He played there for three seasons, from 1974 to 1977. Later, he joined the Golden State Warriors for the 1977-78 season. He then returned to the Houston Rockets for his final season in 1978-79. In total, Coleman played 357 games in the NBA.
A Defensive Star
E. C. Coleman was especially known for his excellent defense. He was very good at stopping opposing players from scoring. His defensive skills were recognized by the league.
- In 1976, he was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team. This means he was considered one of the best defensive players in the entire NBA that year.
- In 1977, he was also chosen for the NBA All-Defensive Second Team. This shows he continued to be a top defender throughout his career.
Coleman's career highlights show he was a valuable player. He helped his teams by grabbing rebounds and playing tough defense.
See also
- E.C. Coleman para niños (in Spanish)
