Ricky Wilson (basketball)
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 16, 1964 Hampton, Virginia |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Phoebus (Hampton, Virginia) |
| College | George Mason (1982–1986) |
| NBA draft | 1986: 3rd round, 52nd overall pick |
| Drafted by | Chicago Bulls |
| Playing career | 1986–1994 |
| Position | Point guard |
| Number | 15 |
| Career history | |
| 1986–1988 | Mississippi Jets |
| 1988 | New Jersey Nets |
| 1988 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 1988 | Miami Tropics |
| 1988–1989 | Bayer Giants Leverkusen |
| 1989–1990 | Grand Rapids Hoops |
| 1990–1991 | Quad City Thunder |
| 1992 | Winnipeg Thunder |
| 1992–1993 | Capital Region Pontiacs |
| 1993 | Rockford Lightning |
| 1993–1994 | Wichita Falls Texans |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Stats at NBA.com | |
| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Ricky Wilson (born July 16, 1964) is a retired American professional basketball player born in Hampton, Virginia.
A 6'3" guard from George Mason University, Wilson was selected by the Chicago Bulls in the third round of the 1986 NBA draft. He played one season (1987–88) in the NBA as a member of the New Jersey Nets and San Antonio Spurs, averaging 5.2 points per game and 2.9 assists per game.[1]
Wilson played in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) for the Mississippi Jets, Grand Rapids Hoops, Quad City Thunder, Capital Region Pontiacs, Rockford Lightning and Wichita Falls Texans from 1986 to 1994.[2] He was selected to the All-CBA First Team and All-Defensive Team in 1988.[2] Wilson also played in the 1988 CBA All-Star Game.[3]
On May 19, 1992 The Winnipeg Thunder of the World Basketball League signed Wilson to a contract and Activated him to the roster.[4]
Notes
[edit]- ^ "Ricky Wilson Stats". Basketball Reference. Retrieved August 30, 2007.
- ^ a b "Ricky Wilson minor league basketball statistics". Stats Crew. Retrieved February 22, 2025.
- ^ "CBA all-stars". USA Today. January 22, 1988. p. 5C. Retrieved April 4, 2023.
- ^ "Thunder signing". The Brandon Sun. May 20, 1992. p. 9.
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