Robert Reid (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 30, 1955 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Died | February 19, 2024 (aged 68) Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| High school | Samuel Clemens (Schertz, Texas) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | St. Mary's (Texas) (1973–1977) |
| NBA Draft | 1977 / Round: 2 / Pick: 40th overall |
| Selected by the Houston Rockets | |
| Pro career | 1977–1992 |
| Career history | |
| As player: | |
| 1977–1982, 1983–1988 |
Houston Rockets |
| 1988–1989 | Charlotte Hornets |
| 1989 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| 1989–1990 | Charlotte Hornets |
| 1990–1991 | Tulsa Fast Breakers |
| 1991 | Philadelphia 76ers |
| 1991–1992 | Tri-City Chinook |
| As coach: | |
| 1992–1993 | Yakima Sun Kings |
| 2003 | Texas Rim Rockers |
| 2004 | Lakeland Blue Ducks |
| 2004–2005 | Debreceni Vadkakasok |
| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 10,448 (11.4 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 4,168 (4.5 rpg) |
| Assists | 2,500 (2.7 apg) |
Robert Keith Reid (born August 30, 1955 – died February 19, 2024) was an American professional basketball player. He played for thirteen seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Robert was a tall player, standing 6 feet 8 inches (203 cm) tall. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia. He played as a forward for the St. Mary's University team before joining the NBA.
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Robert Reid: NBA Career
Robert "Bobby Joe" Reid played for many years in the NBA. He was part of the Houston Rockets, Charlotte Hornets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Philadelphia 76ers. His career in the NBA lasted from 1977 to 1991, with a short break in between.
Best Season with Rockets
Robert had one of his best seasons in 1980-81. He was the second-highest scorer for the Houston Rockets that year. The Rockets made it all the way to the NBA Finals. In Game 1 of the Finals, Robert scored 27 points, which was the most points by any player in that game. However, his team lost to the Boston Celtics.
Taking a Break and Returning
After the 1981-82 season, Robert took a break from basketball. He moved to Miami, Florida. He returned to the Houston Rockets a year later. This happened after the Rockets picked Ralph Sampson as the first player in the 1983 NBA draft.
Famous Shot in 1986
One of Robert Reid's most memorable moments was in 1986. It was during Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. The Rockets were playing against the Los Angeles Lakers. Robert made a three-point shot that tied the game with only seconds left. This important shot helped the Rockets beat the Lakers. They then went on to reach the 1986 NBA Finals.
Career Achievements
When Robert Reid finished his NBA career in 1991, he had achieved a lot. He scored a total of 10,448 points. He also had 4,168 rebounds and 2,500 assists. These numbers show how important he was to his teams.
Life After Basketball
In his later years, Robert Reid continued to be involved with basketball. He hosted special basketball training sessions. These clinics were for young athletes in different countries, including India. He helped teach young players the skills of the game.
See also
In Spanish: Robert Reid para niños
