Ledell Eackles facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | November 24, 1966 Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
| High school | Broadmoor (Baton Rouge, Louisiana) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
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| NBA Draft | 1988 / Round: 2 / Pick: 36th overall |
| Selected by the Washington Bullets | |
| Pro career | 1988–2000 |
| Career history | |
| 1988–1992 | Washington Bullets |
| 1992–1993 | Rapid City Thrillers |
| 1994–1995 | Miami Heat |
| 1995–1998 | Washington Bullets / Wizards |
| 1999–2000 | Richmond Rhythm |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 4,783 (10.8 ppg) |
Ledell Eackles (born November 24, 1966) is a former American professional basketball player. He was chosen by the Washington Bullets in the 1988 NBA draft. Ledell played for seven seasons in the NBA. He played for the Bullets, Miami Heat, and Washington Wizards. He averaged 10.8 points per game during his career. His best season was 1989–90. He played 78 games for the Bullets that year. He averaged 13.5 points per game.
Before the NBA, Ledell played college basketball. He played for the New Orleans Privateers. He also went to Broadmoor High School in Baton Rouge.
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Ledell Eackles' Family and Basketball Legacy
Ledell Eackles has sons who also play basketball. They have continued his passion for the sport.
Sons Following in His Footsteps
One of Ledell's sons is Ledell Eackles Jr. He won two state championships in high school. He played for Woodlawn High School in Baton Rouge. After high school, he played college basketball for Campbell College.
Another son is named Ledrick. He played basketball at McNeese State. Before that, he transferred from Oakland University.
External links
- Player profile
See also
In Spanish: Ledell Eackles para niños
