Len Elmore facts for kids
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Elmore in 2006
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | March 28, 1952 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| High school | Power Memorial Academy (New York City, New York) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Listed weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Maryland (1971–1974) |
| NBA Draft | 1974 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13th overall |
| Selected by the Washington Bullets | |
| Pro career | 1974–1984 |
| Career history | |
| 1974–1979 | Indiana Pacers |
| 1979–1980 | Kansas City Kings |
| 1980–1981 | Milwaukee Bucks |
| 1981–1983 | New Jersey Nets |
| 1983–1984 | New York Knicks |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career ABA and NBA statistics | |
| Points | 3,948 (6.0 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 3,360 (5.1 rpg) |
| Blocks | 674 (1.0 bpg) |
Leonard "Len" J. Elmore (born March 28, 1952) is an American sportscaster, lawyer, and former professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the American Basketball Association (ABA) from 1974 to 1984. After his playing career, Elmore became a well-known sports analyst for college basketball and also pursued a successful career in law.
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Len Elmore: A Basketball Star
Len Elmore was born in New York City. He grew up loving basketball and became a talented player.
His Early Life and College Basketball
Elmore went to Power Memorial Academy in New York City. He led his high school basketball team to a city championship in 1970. His team was even named the "Number 1 Team in the Nation" that year!
After high school, he attended the University of Maryland College Park. He was an amazing college player from 1971 to 1974. He was chosen as an All-ACC player three times. In 1974, he was named an All-American, which means he was one of the best college players in the country. He still holds the record for the most rebounds in Maryland's history. In 2002, he was honored as one of the 50 greatest players in ACC history.
Playing in the NBA
Len Elmore played professional basketball for ten years. He started his career in the ABA with the Indiana Pacers. When the ABA merged with the NBA, he continued to play for the Pacers in the NBA.
Over his career, he played for several different teams. These included the Indiana Pacers, the Kansas City Kings (now known as the Sacramento Kings), the Milwaukee Bucks, the New Jersey Nets (now the Brooklyn Nets), and the New York Knicks. He was known for being a strong player who could get a lot of rebounds and blocks.
Life After Playing: Broadcasting and Law
After his basketball career, Len Elmore used his knowledge of the game in a new way. He also went to law school and became a lawyer.
A Career in Sports Broadcasting
In 1990, Elmore became a sports commentator for CBS. He worked as a "color commentator," which means he helped explain the game and give insights alongside the main play-by-play announcer. He covered many important games, including the NBA Playoffs.
He also worked for ESPN and Fox Sports as a college basketball analyst. He helped cover the exciting NCAA Tournament for CBS Sports. In 1992, he was part of the team that called a famous college basketball game between Duke and Kentucky. This game ended with a thrilling last-second shot by Christian Laettner.
A Career in Law
Len Elmore is not just a basketball expert; he is also a highly educated lawyer. He earned his law degree from Harvard Law School in 1987. After graduating, he started his law career as a prosecutor in Brooklyn, New York. This means he worked for the government to bring legal cases against people accused of crimes.
Besides his broadcasting work, Elmore has also worked as a Senior Counsel at a big law firm in New York City. He has also served as the president of the National Basketball Retired Players Association. This group helps former basketball players. He is also a member of the Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics, which works to improve college sports.
Today, Elmore teaches classes at Columbia University. He teaches about sports media and how athletes can use their voices for social justice.
See also
In Spanish: Len Elmore para niños
