NBA legend and Michael Jordan idol Walter Davis dies

University North Carolina (University of North Carolina) announces death of star forward Walter Davis 69 years old.

davis He is best remembered for his famous buzzer-beating shot against rival Duke in 1974 that tied the game. In this game, his team (University of North Carolina) won.

The 6-foot-6 native of Pineville, N.C., was drafted phoenix suns fifth pick in the draft NBA 1977.

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His field goal percentage was a low .531, but still ranked among the best in UNC history.

Legend Michael Jordan has publicly stated on numerous occasions that Walter Davis is his idol

beyond talent excellent playeralso served at the same university as the former Chicago Bulls star.

Walter Davis During his 15-year career NBA He averaged 18.9 points, 3.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.

In addition, he won the Rookie of the Year Award in the 1977-78 season, becoming a member of the Ideal Rookie Five that season. He was a six-time All-Star and a two-time selection. NBA All-NBA Team

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He spent most of his career in NBA That was with the Phoenix Suns, 11 games. He played four seasons with the Denver Nuggets and one season with the Portland Trail Blazers (he played the latter two seasons in 1990-91).

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davis represents U.S. national team inside 1976 Montreal Olympics, they won the gold medal. He averaged 4.3 points in the team’s six games.

Although Walter Davis He doesn’t belong in the Hall of Fame, and he ranks 98th all-time in field goal percentage (.512) and 66th in free throw percentage (.851).

Currently, his No. 6 jersey has been retired by the Phoenix Suns. He is one of 10 players to receive this honor.