Larry Demic facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | June 27, 1957 Gary, Indiana |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Westside (Gary, Indiana) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Listed weight | 225 lb (102 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Arizona (1975–1979) |
| NBA Draft | 1979 / Round: 1 / Pick: 9th overall |
| Selected by the New York Knicks | |
| Career history | |
| 1979–1982 | New York Knicks |
| 1983 | Crispa Redmanizers |
| 1983–1984 | Detroit Spirits |
| 1984–1985 | Puerto Rico Coquis |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Lawrence Curtis Demic (born June 27, 1957), known as Larry Demic, is a former American basketball player. He played as a power forward in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the New York Knicks. Larry also played in the Philippines and other leagues.
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Larry Demic's Early Life and College Career
Larry Demic was born on June 27, 1957. He grew up in Gary, Indiana. Larry went to Westside High School in Gary.
Playing for the Arizona Wildcats
After high school, Larry played college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats. He played there from 1975 to 1979. In his final year, 1979, he was chosen for the First-team All-Pac-10 team. This means he was one of the best players in his college conference.
Larry Demic in the NBA
In 1979, Larry Demic was picked in the 1979 NBA draft. The New York Knicks chose him as the ninth overall pick in the first round. This was a big achievement for him.
Playing for the New York Knicks
Larry played for the New York Knicks for three seasons. He was with the team from 1979 to 1982. He played as a power forward, a position where players are strong and good at scoring close to the basket and rebounding.
Playing Basketball Internationally
After his time in the NBA, Larry Demic also played basketball in other countries.
Winning a Championship in the Philippines
In 1983, Larry played for a team called the Crispa Redmanizers in the Philippine Basketball Association. This league is in the Philippines. He teamed up with another famous player, Billy Ray Bates. Together, they helped the Redmanizers win the championship. They also achieved a special feat called the "Grand Slam." This means they won all three major tournaments in that year.
Other Professional Teams
Larry Demic continued his professional career after playing in the Philippines. He played for the Detroit Spirits from 1983 to 1984. Later, he joined the Puerto Rico Coquis from 1984 to 1985.
See also
In Spanish: Larry Demic para niños
