Billy Knight

American basketball player, NBA star

Billy Knight - Athletes & Sports Figures born June 9th, 1952
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Played college basketball at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and was part of the 1971 NCAA championship team. Selected in the second round of the 1974 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers. Played professionally from 1974 to 1976, primarily with the Pacers. Known for his scoring ability and offensive skills during his tenure in the NBA.

Winning the NCAA Championship with UCLA in 1971

Playing for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA

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