Episode 280 of “The Sports Experience Podcast” is here & we’re back on the hardwood discussing Nate “Tiny” Archibald.
One of the best point guards in NBA history, Archibald’s basketball career almost never materialized. Though he was a playground legend in New York City with slick moves, incredible passing ability, a solid outside shot and a toughness to drive to the basket, Archibald did not fully display his talents until his senior year of high school.
Poor grades forced “Tiny” to begin his college career at Arizona Western in Yuma until he dazzled his final three seasons at Texas Western (UTEP).
Archibald (6’1” 150 lbs.) was then selected 19th overall (2nd Round) in the 1970 NBA Draft and became a star for the Cincinnati/Kansas City-Omaha/Kansas City Kings.
Though his team was short on talent, Archibald proved to be one of the NBA’s best in a big man’s league. In 1972-1973, he became the first player in history to lead the league in scoring and assists and even helped the lowly Kings into postseason contention.
Unfortunately, injuries and short stints with the New York Nets and Buffalo Braves almost finished Archibald’s career until a tremendous second act with the Boston Celtics.
Nate helped the Celtics capture the NBA title after the 1980-1981 season, and in turn cemented his legacy as one of the league’s best all-time players.
Overall, Archibald finished his career with 18.8 PPG, 7. 4 APG, made the All-NBA 1st Team three times, All-NBA 2nd Team twice, was a 7x All-Star, was named to the 50th and 75th NBA Anniversary teams and inducted into the Naismith HOF in 1991.
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