Gary Gray (basketball) facts for kids
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| Shooting guard | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | February 23, 1945 Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| High school | Fort Cobb (Fort Cobb, Oklahoma) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Listed weight | 185 lb (84 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Oklahoma City (1964–1967) |
| NBA Draft | 1967 / Round: 3 / Pick: 26th overall |
| Selected by the Cincinnati Royals | |
| Pro career | 1967–1968 |
| Career history | |
| 1967–1968 | Cincinnati Royals |
| Career statistics | |
| Points | 105 |
| Rebounds | 23 |
| Assists | 26 |
Gary Michael Gray was born on February 23, 1945. He is an American former basketball player. He played as a guard in the NBA, which is the top professional basketball league in North America.
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Gary Gray's Early Life and College Years
Gary Gray was born in a town called Fort Cobb, Oklahoma. He is a member of the Delaware Nation, which is a Native American tribe.
After finishing high school in Fort Cobb in 1963, Gary went to Oklahoma City University. While playing for the Oklahoma City Chiefs, he helped his team win the All-College Tournament championship in 1966. His team also made it to the 1966 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. The NCAA Tournament is a big competition for college basketball teams.
Gary was also a great student. He was named an Academic All-American for the 1966–1967 school year. This award recognizes athletes who are excellent in both sports and academics.
Gary Gray's Professional Basketball Career
In 1967, Gary Gray was chosen by the Cincinnati Royals in the third round of the 1967 NBA draft. The NBA draft is where professional teams pick new players from colleges. He was also picked by the Dallas Chaparrals in the 1967 American Basketball Association Draft. The ABA was another professional basketball league at the time.
Gary played for the Cincinnati Royals during the 1967–68 season. He played in 44 games and scored an average of 2.4 points per game. After that season, he was chosen by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 1968 NBA expansion draft. An expansion draft happens when new teams join the league and pick players from other teams.
Gary Gray's Retirement and Honors
After his time in professional basketball, Gary Gray was honored for his achievements. In 1986, he was inducted into the Oklahoma City University Basketball Hall of Fame. This special recognition celebrates his contributions to college basketball.
See also
In Spanish: Gary Gray para niños
