Sherman Douglas facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 15, 1966 Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| High school | Spingarn (Washington, D.C.) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Listed weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Syracuse (1985–1989) |
| NBA Draft | 1989 / Round: 2 / Pick: 28th overall |
| Selected by the Miami Heat | |
| Pro career | 1989–2001 |
| Career history | |
| 1989–1992 | Miami Heat |
| 1992–1995 | Boston Celtics |
| 1995–1997 | Milwaukee Bucks |
| 1997–1998 | New Jersey Nets |
| 1999 | Los Angeles Clippers |
| 1999–2001 | New Jersey Nets |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 8,425 (11.0 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 1,672 (2.2 rpg) |
| Assists | 4,536 (5.9 apg) |
Sherman Douglas (born September 15, 1966) is an American former professional basketball player. He played as a point guard, which is like the team's leader on the court. His nickname, The General, came from his first name and his role as a "floor general" who directs the team's plays. Sherman was also known for making a special shot called the "floater" very popular.
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Sherman Douglas's Basketball Journey
Sherman Douglas played basketball for Syracuse University from 1985 to 1989. During his time there, he helped his team reach the NCAA Final Four in 1987. This was a huge achievement for the team and their coach, Jim Boeheim.
Setting Records at Syracuse
In 1989, Sherman made history by setting a new record for the most assists in NCAA college basketball. An assist is when a player passes the ball to a teammate who then scores. This showed how good he was at helping his team score points.
Joining the NBA
Even though he was picked in the second round of the 1989 NBA draft (meaning many players were chosen before him), Sherman quickly showed his talent. In his first year, he scored about 14 points and made 7 assists per game. This strong start earned him a spot on the NBA All-Rookie First Team, which means he was one of the best new players in the league.
Playing for the Miami Heat
In the 1990–91 season, Sherman played even better for the Miami Heat. He led the team in both scoring (with 18.5 points per game) and assists (with 8.5 per game). Because of his amazing performance, he was named the team's Most Valuable Player (MVP) for that season.
Moving to the Boston Celtics
After playing five games with the Miami Heat in the 1991–92 season, Sherman was traded to the Boston Celtics. He played some of his best basketball while with the Celtics. In the 1994–95 season, he helped lead the team to the playoffs, even though their overall record was not the best. That year, he averaged 14.7 points and 6.9 assists per game.
Later Career and Fun Facts
Sherman also played for the Milwaukee Bucks, New Jersey Nets, and Los Angeles Clippers during his career. He even returned to play for the Nets later on.
One interesting fact about Sherman Douglas's career is that he played against basketball legend Michael Jordan 30 times. However, Sherman's team lost all 30 of those games!
Sherman Douglas's Career Stats
Throughout his career, Sherman Douglas played in 765 NBA games. He scored a total of 8,425 points, which is about 11 points per game. He also had 4,536 assists, averaging about 5.9 assists per game. He grabbed 1,672 rebounds, which is about 2.2 rebounds per game. These numbers show he was a skilled player who could score, pass, and help his team in many ways.
