Sam Bowie

Basketball player, Portland Trail Blazers

Sam Bowie - Basketball player, Portland Trail Blazers
Born

March 17th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player, played primarily as a center during an NBA career spanning over a decade. Drafted second overall by the Portland Trail Blazers in 1984, Bowie's selection was notable due to the strong impact of contemporaries selected after him. Played for the Trail Blazers, New Jersey Nets, and Los Angeles Lakers, contributing to various team efforts. Despite facing significant injuries throughout his career, which limited playing time, Bowie remained a respected figure in the league.

Drafted second overall in the 1984 NBA Draft

Played for Portland Trail Blazers and New Jersey Nets

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