Larry Spriggs facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | September 8, 1959 Cheverly, Maryland, U.S. |
| High school | Northwestern (Hyattsville, Maryland) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Listed weight | 230 lb (104 kg) |
| Career information | |
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| NBA Draft | 1981 / Round: 4 / Pick: 81st overall |
| Selected by the Houston Rockets | |
| Pro career | 1981–1996 |
| Career history | |
| 1981–1982 | Rochester Zeniths |
| 1982 | Houston Rockets |
| 1982 | Las Vegas Silvers |
| 1982–1983 | Albany Patroons |
| 1983 | Chicago Bulls |
| 1983–1986 | Los Angeles Lakers |
| 1986–1987 | Real Madrid |
| 1987–1988 | Çukurova Sanayi |
| 1989 | Santa Barbara Islanders |
| 1989–1990 | Tofaş |
| 1990–1991 | Gravelines |
| 1991–1993 | Fabriano Basket |
| 1993–1994 | Montpellier |
| 1994 | Olimpia de Venado Tuerto |
| 1995–1996 | Oyak Renault |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Larry Spriggs (born September 8, 1959) is a former American professional basketball player. He played as a forward and is best known for winning an NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1985. Larry Spriggs had a long career, playing in both the United States and several countries overseas.
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Larry Spriggs' Basketball Journey
Larry Spriggs was born in Cheverly, Maryland. He grew to be 6 feet 7 inches tall, which is a great height for a basketball player. He became a skilled forward, a position that involves both scoring and defending.
College Basketball Years
Before turning professional, Larry Spriggs played college basketball. He first attended San Jacinto College in 1977. Later, he played for Howard University from 1978 to 1981. At Howard, he showed great talent and was even named the MEAC Player of the Year in 1981. This award recognized him as the best player in his college conference.
Starting Professional Play
After college, Larry Spriggs began his professional career. In 1981, he was chosen by the Houston Rockets in the NBA draft. However, he started playing in a league called the CBA, which was a minor league at the time.
- In 1982, playing for the Rochester Zeniths, Larry Spriggs was named the CBA Rookie of the Year. This was a big achievement for a new player.
- He also earned spots on the All-CBA First Team in 1982 and the All-CBA Second Team in 1983.
- In 1983, he was even named the CBA All-Star Game MVP (Most Valuable Player).
Larry Spriggs also had short stints in the NBA with the Houston Rockets and the Chicago Bulls early in his career.
NBA Champion with the Lakers
Larry Spriggs' most famous time in the NBA was with the Los Angeles Lakers. He joined the Lakers during the 1983-1984 season and played with them until the end of the 1984-1985 season.
The 1985 season was very special for the Lakers and for Larry. They won the NBA Championship that year! This was a huge moment in his career, as he became an NBA champion. He was part of a legendary team that included some of the greatest players in basketball history.
Playing Basketball Around the World
After his time with the Lakers, Larry Spriggs continued his basketball career overseas. He played for many different teams in various countries, showing his dedication to the sport.
- He played for Real Madrid Baloncesto in Spain from 1986 to 1987.
- He also played in Turkey for teams like Çukurova Sanayi and Tofaş.
- His journey also took him to France with Gravelines and Montpellier.
- He played in Italy for Fabriano Basket.
- Later in his career, he even played in Argentina for Olimpia de Venado Tuerto.
Larry Spriggs' career lasted until 1996, showing his long-lasting passion for basketball. He played professionally for 15 years, leaving his mark on teams both in the United States and internationally.
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See also
In Spanish: Larry Spriggs para niños
