Dick Barnett
Professional basketball player, Knicks star
Born in 1936, a professional basketball player played in the NBA primarily as a shooting guard. Played college basketball at Tennessee State University and was selected by the New York Knicks in the 1965 NBA Draft. Contributed to the Knicks' championship victory in 1970, a season marked by the team's hard-fought playoffs and his strong shooting skills. Retired after playing for several teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Won NBA Championship with New York Knicks in 1970
Selected 1965 NBA Draft by New York Knicks
Played for Cleveland Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers
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