Louie Nelson facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | May 28, 1951 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| High school | Compton (Compton, California) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Washington (1970–1973) |
| NBA Draft | 1973 / Round: 2 / Pick: 19th overall |
| Selected by the Capital Bullets | |
| Career history | |
| 1973–1974 | Capital Bullets |
| 1974–1976 | New Orleans Jazz |
| 1976–1977 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 1977 | Kansas City Kings |
| 1977–1978 | New Jersey Nets |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Louis Nelson (born May 28, 1951) is a former American professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) during the 1970s. Louie was known for his skills as a Point guard and shooting guard. After his playing career, he became a coach.
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Louie Nelson's NBA Journey
Louie Nelson was born on May 28, 1951. He was chosen by the Baltimore Bullets in the second round of the 1973 NBA draft. This was a big step for him into the world of professional basketball.
Playing for Different Teams
Before the 1974–75 NBA season, Louie was picked by the New Orleans Jazz. This happened during the NBA Expansion Draft, which allows new teams to choose players from other teams. He played with the Jazz for two seasons.
After his time with the Jazz, Louie joined the San Antonio Spurs before the 1976–77 NBA season. However, he played only four games with them before moving on. In his final NBA season, 1977–78, Louie played for two different teams. He started with the Kansas City Kings and then finished his career with the New Jersey Nets.
Career Highlights and Statistics
During his NBA career, Louie Nelson played in 224 games. He averaged 9.4 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game. These numbers show his contributions to the teams he played for. One of his college achievements was being named First-team All-Pac-8 in 1973.
Life After the NBA
After his professional playing days, Louie Nelson continued to be involved in basketball. He became a coach.
Coaching High School Basketball
Today, Louie Nelson is a coach at Harbor Teacher Preparation Academy. This is a high school where he coaches the girls' basketball team. He shares his knowledge and experience with young athletes.
See also
In Spanish: Louie Nelson para niños
