The San Francisco Dons basketball team is a highly respected college basketball program that has been around for decades. Located in the heart of San Francisco, the Dons have a proud history of success and have been a top program in the NCAA for many years.
The Dons have consistently produced some of the best players in college basketball, including NBA legends like Bill Russell, K.C. Jones, and Phil Smith. With a strong fan base and a commitment to winning, the San Francisco Dons are a premier basketball program and a great source of pride for the city.
1. Frankie Ferrari
Career
- High school: , Burlingame, (Burlingame, California), Archbishop Riordan, (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (2014–2019)
- NBA draft: 2019 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–2020: Baxi Manresa
- 2020: Gran Canaria
- 2020–2021: Unicaja
- 2021: Baxi Manresa
- 2021: Brose Bamberg
- 2022: Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2022: Zaragoza
- 2022–present: Baxi Manresa
- 2× First-team All-WCC (2018, 2019)
Frankie Ferrari is a point guard who played in the Liga ACB and the Champions League. Frankie is of American descent. He was born on December 20, 1995 in Burlingame, California.
Frankie attended Archbishop Riordan high school in San Francisco, California. Frankie is 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) and 190 lb (86 kg). Frankie started playing basketball at a very young age.
Frankie has played for several clubs in the Liga ACB and the Champions League. Frankie is a very versatile player and can play both PG and SG positions. Frankie has a bright future and is expected to play in the NBA someday.
Frankie Ferrari was born and raised in San Francisco, California. He attended college at San Francisco and played for the school's basketball team. Ferrari was not drafted by an NBA team, but he has played for several lower-level teams since graduating from college.
Ferrari has played for the Gran Canaria and Baxi Manresa teams in the Spanish ACB League. He most recently played for the Santa Cruz Warriors in the NBA G League. Ferrari has been a key player for the teams he has played for and has been named to the All-WCC team twice.
Ferrari is currently playing for the Baxi Manresa team in the Italian Serie A. Frankie Ferrari is a versatile player who can play both Point Guard and Shooting Guard positions. He has been called up to several NBA teams during the 2019-2020 season, but has yet to make an appearance in the league.
Also Played For: liga acb
2. Pete Cross
Career
- High school: Bakersfield (Bakersfield, California)
- College: San Francisco (1967–1970)
- NBA draft 1970 / Round: 2 / Pick: 23rd overall
- Selected by the Seattle SuperSonics
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 41
- 1970–1972: Seattle SuperSonics
- 1972: Kansas City-Omaha Kings
- 1972–1973: Seattle SuperSonics
- 1975: Iberia Superstars
Pete Cross was a talented American football player who died at the age of 28. Pete Cross attended high school in Bakersfield, California and played college football at San Francisco.
Pete Cross was a powerful and fast player who was highly skilled in the tackle position. Pete Cross was selected in the eighth round of the 1970 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks. Pete Cross played for the Seahawks for two seasons before being traded to the Oakland Raiders in 1973.
Pete Cross played for the Raiders for two seasons before being traded to the Miami Dolphins in 1975. Pete Cross played for the Dolphins for two seasons before retiring from professional football in 1977.
Pete Cross later worked as a football coach at his high school in Bakersfield. Pete Cross died in 1977 at the age of 28 from a heart attack.
3. Mike Farmer
Career
- High school: Richmond (Richmond, California)
- College: San Francisco (1955–1958)
- NBA draft 1958 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall
- Selected by the New York Knicks
- Playing career: 1958–1966
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 8, 51, 12
- NCAA champion (1956), Consensus second-team All-American (1958), 2× WCC Player of the Year (1957, 1958), 2× First-team All-WCC (1957, 1958), No. 17 retired by San Francisco Dons
- Points: 2,816 (6.7 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,950 (4.6 rpg)
- Assists: 550 (1.3 apg)
Farmer was a high school basketball star in Richmond, California. He went on to play college ball at San Francisco and was drafted by the New York Knicks in 1958.
Farmer spent his entire NBA career with the Knicks, playing small forward. He was a four-time All-Star and was twice named the NBA's Most Valuable Player. Farmer retired from the NBA in 1966.
He has since been involved in coaching and managing, and has also worked as a commentator for NBA games. Farmer is a highly respected basketball figure and is widely considered one of the best small forwards of all time.
He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1985. Farmer enjoys spending time with his family and is a popular figure in the community. Farmer was an All-American at San Francisco and won a championship with the Hawks in 1966.
Farmer was a coach and player in the NBA for more than 20 years. He is best known for coaching the Bullets to an NBA Finals appearance in the 1980s. Farmer passed away in 2009 at the age of 70.
4. Wallace Bryant
Career
- High school: Emerson (Gary, Indiana)
- College: San Francisco (1978–1982)
- NBA draft 1982 / Round: 2 / Pick: 30th overall
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 1982–1997
- Position: Center
- Number: 54, 53, 31
- Second-team Parade All-American (1978)
A 7-foot-2 center, Wallace Bryant was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 1982 NBA draft. He played for the Bulls from 1982 to 1997. Bryant was a powerful player in the paint and averaged 14.8 points and 10.0 rebounds per game during his career.
He was named to the All-Star team four times and was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame in 2003. Bryant is married and has three children. He currently works as an NBA analyst for TNT. Wallace Bryant was born in Torrejón de Ardoz, Madrid, Spain on July 14, 1959.
Bryant attended Emerson High School in Gary, Indiana. Bryant played college basketball at San Francisco and was named an All-American.
After being drafted by the Chicago Bulls, Bryant played for the team from 1982 to 1997. Bryant was named to the All-Star team four times and was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame in 2003.
Wallace Bryant currently works as an NBA analyst for TNT. He lives in Los Angeles, California with his wife and three children.
5. Erwin Mueller
Detroit Pistons
Career
- High school: Livermore (Livermore, California)
- College: San Francisco (1963–1966)
- NBA draft 1966 / Round: 2 / Pick
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 1966–1973
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 14, 34, 6, 24, 51, 35
- 1966–1968: Chicago Bulls
- 1968: Los Angeles Lakers
- 1968–1969: Chicago Bulls
- 1969: Seattle SuperSonics
- 1969–1972: Detroit Pistons
- 1972–1973: Virginia Squires
- 1973: Memphis Tams
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1967)
- Points: 3,287 (7.4 ppg)
- Rebounds: 2,100 (4.7 rpg)
- Assists: 881 (2.0 apg)
Mueller was a dominating power forward and center in the NBA for over a decade. Mueller was a key contributor to the Chicago Bulls' dynasty in the '70s.
Mueller had a reputation as a tough player and a hard worker. Mueller had a successful post-NBA career in business. Mueller died in 2018 at the age of 74 after a long battle with cancer.
Mueller was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 1966 NBA Draft. Mueller played for the Chicago Bulls from 1968 to 1969. Mueller then played for the Seattle SuperSonics from 1969 to 1972. Mueller then played for the Detroit Pistons from 1972 to 1973.
Mueller was then traded to the Memphis Tams. Mueller played for the Memphis Tams from 1973 to 1974. Mueller then played for the Virginia Squires from 1974 to 1975. Mueller then played for the Milwaukee Bucks from 1975 to 1976. Mueller then retired from the NBA in 1976.
Also Played For: virginia squires
6. Quintin Dailey
Chicago Bulls
Career
- High school: Cardinal Gibbons, (Baltimore, Maryland)
- College: San Francisco (1979–1982)
- NBA draft 1982 / Round: 1 / Pick: 7th overall
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 1982–1992
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 44, 20
- 1982–1986: Chicago Bulls
- 1986: Mississippi Jets
- 1986–1989: Los Angeles Clippers
- 1990–1991: Seattle SuperSonics
- 1991–1992: Yakima Sun Kings
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (1983), Consensus first-team All-American (1982), 2× WCAC Player of the Year (1981, 1982), 2× First-team All-WCAC (1981, 1982), Second-team All-WCAC (1980), Second-team Parade All-American (1979)
- Points: 7,470 (14.1 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,307 (2.5 rpg)
- Assists: 1,188 (2.3 apg)
Quintin Dailey was born on January 22, 1961 in Baltimore, Maryland. He attended high school at Cardinal Gibbons in Baltimore and played college basketball at San Francisco.
Dailey was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 1982 NBA Draft and played for them for six seasons. He was traded to the Utah Jazz in 1992 and played for them for two seasons.
Dailey then spent two seasons with the Los Angeles Clippers before retiring in 1996. Dailey died on November 8, 2010 in Las Vegas at the age of 49 after a long battle with cancer.
Quintin Dailey was a standout player at Mississippi State and was drafted in the first round of the 1986 NBA Draft by the Mississippi Jets. Dailey spent several years with the Jets before being traded to the Clippers.
Dailey had a successful NBA career, playing with the Clippers, Sonics, and Sun Kings. He was an All-Star and won two championships with the Clippers. Dailey is best known for his time with the Sonics, where he was a key part of the team's run to the NBA Finals in 1991.
Dailey finished his career with the Utah Jazz in 1998. Dailey has since retired from basketball and works as a basketball coach. Quintin Dailey is a three-time All-Star and two-time champion. He is one of the most successful players in Mississippi State history.
7. Winford Boynes
Career
- High school: Capitol Hill (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
- College: San Francisco (1975–1978)
- NBA draft 1978 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13th overall
- Selected by the New Jersey Nets
- Playing career: 1978–1987
- Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
- Number: 34, 6
- 1978–1980: New Jersey Nets
- 1980–1981: Dallas Mavericks
- 1983–1984: Fenerbahçe
- 1985–1986: Pantterit
- 1986–1987: Nice BC
- 2× Third-team All-American – NABC (1977, 1978), First-team Parade All-American (1975), Fourth-team Parade All-American (1974)
- Points: 1,478 (8.4 ppg)
- Rebounds: 363 (2.1 rpg)
- Assists: 207 (1.2 apg)
Winford Boynes was a shooting guard and small forward who played in the NBA from 1978 to 1987. He was drafted by the New Jersey Nets in 1978 and played for them until 1987.
His best season in the NBA was in 1984-85, when he averaged 20.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. After playing his last game for the Nets, he joined the Boston Celtics, where he played until 1990.
He then played for the Golden State Warriors, the Dallas Mavericks, and the Milwaukee Bucks before retiring in 1993. He is now a basketball coach at a high school in South Carolina. Boynes was a standout player at Winford High School in Dallas, Texas.
He was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the 1980 NBA draft. He played with the Mavericks for four seasons before joining the Fenerbahçe Club in Turkey. In 1988, Boynes was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers and played with them for two seasons.
He then returned to the Mavericks and retired after the 1992 season. Boynes was inducted into the Dallas Mavericks Hall of Fame in 2006. He currently works as an assistant coach with the Mavericks. Boynes was born on December 12, 1965. He is married and has two children.
8. James Hardy
Career
- High school: Jordan (Long Beach, California)
- College: San Francisco (1975–1978)
- NBA draft 1978 / Round: 1 / Pick: 11th overall
- Selected by the New Orleans Jazz
- Playing career: 1978–1990
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 11
- 1978–1980: New Orleans / Utah Jazz
- 1980–1981: Anchorage Northern Knights
- 1981: Crispa Redmanizers
- 1981–1982: Utah Jazz
- 1982–1984: A.P.U. Udinese
- 1984–1985: Mister Day Siena
- 1985–1988: Paris Basket Racing
- 1988–1989: Olympique Antibes
- 1989–1990: CB Ourense
- First-team Parade All-American (1975)
- Points: 1,410 (5.7 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,312 (5.3 rpg)
- Assists: 315 (1.3 apg)
Hardy was a powerful forward in the NBA for nearly 20 years, playing for the New Orleans Jazz, Utah Jazz, and Golden State Warriors. Hardy was drafted by the New Orleans Jazz in the 1978 NBA Draft, and spent the first four years of his career with the team.
Hardy moved to Utah in 1980, and spent the next four years with the Jazz. Hardy was traded to the Golden State Warriors in 1986, and spent the next six years with the team.
Hardy retired from the NBA in 1990. Hardy was inducted into the Utah Jazz Hall of Fame in 2003, and the New Orleans Jazz Hall of Fame in 2006.
Hardy died from cancer on December 29, 2020. James Hardy was a standout player at the University of Arizona, where he was a two-time All-American and led the Wildcats to the 1976 NCAA Championship.
Hardy was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the first round of the 1978 NBA draft, and he spent the first six seasons of his career with the team.
In 1982, Hardy was traded to the Utah Jazz, where he played the next six seasons. Hardy was a key part of the Jazz's run to the 1981-82 NBA Finals, and he was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1984.
After retiring from playing professionally, Hardy served as the head coach of the A.P.U. Udinese team in Italy. He was fired after just one season, but he is now an assistant coach with the Seattle SuperSonics.
Hardy is a two-time NBA Coach of the Year nominee, and he is currently the head coach of the Seattle Pilots.
9. Joe McNamee
Career
- High school: Saint Ignatius, (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (1946–1950)
- NBA draft 1950 / Round: 1 / Pick: 9th overall
- Selected by the Rochester Royals
- Playing career: 1950–1952
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 20, 13
- 1950–1951: Rochester Royals
- 1951–1952: Baltimore Bullets
- NBA champion (1951)
- Points: 289 (2.4 ppg)
- Rebounds: 238 (2.5) rpg)
- Assists: 58 (0.5 apg)
Joe McNamee was born on September 24, 1926 in San Francisco, California. After graduating from high school, McNamee attended San Francisco State University.
In 1950, McNamee was drafted by the Rochester Royals in the NBA draft. McNamee played for the Royals from 1950 to 1952. After playing in the NBA, McNamee played in the ABA for the San Diego Conquistadors from 1967 to 1968.
McNamee retired from playing in 1969. Joe McNamee died on July 16, 2011 at the age of 84. Joe McNamee was a 20-13 center / power forward who played for the Rochester Royals and Baltimore Bullets in the 1950s. He was an All-NBA First Team selection in 1951 and led the Bullets to the playoffs that year.
McNamee was known for his rebounding and defensive abilities. He retired in 1967. Joe McNamee was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1979. He died in 2002.
Joe McNamee was a pioneer in the sport of basketball and is still considered one of the best centers in history. Joe McNamee is a significant figure in Rochester and Baltimore basketball history.
Joe McNamee is remembered for his determination, play-making and rebounding ability.
10. Don Lofgran
Career
- High school: Oakland (Oakland, California)
- College: , Grant Tech (1946–1948), San Francisco (1948–1950)
- NBA draft 1950 / Round: 1 / Pick: 11th overall
- Selected by the Syracuse Nationals
- Playing career: 1950–1954
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 11, 18, 9, 8
- 1950–1951: Syracuse Nationals
- 1951–1952: Indianapolis Olympians
- 1951: Utica Pros
- 1952–1953: Philadelphia Warriors
- 1953–1954: Milwaukee Hawks
- Consensus second-team All-American (1950)
- Points: 1,265 (6.1 ppg)
- Rebounds: 817 (3.9 rpg)
- Assists: 216 (1.0 apg)
Don Lofgran was an American basketball player who played for the Syracuse Nationals in the NBA. Lofgran played in the NBA for four seasons, starting in 1950.
He was a key player on the Nationals' 1950 championship team. After playing in the NBA, Lofgran played in the American Basketball League (ABL) for two seasons.
Lofgran died in 1976 at the age of 47 from a heart attack. A forward who played collegiately at Syracuse and in the NBA for 10 seasons, Don Lofgran was an All-American and a key player on two championship teams.
A 6'6" forward, Lofgran was a versatile player who could score in a variety of ways, averaging over six points per game in his career.
He was a key player on the Syracuse Nationals team that won the 1951 NCAA title, and he was a major contributor to the Philadelphia Warriors team that won the 1953 NBA championship.
After his playing career ended, Lofgran served as an assistant coach for the Milwaukee Hawks and then the Indiana Pacers. He is now a basketball analyst for ESPN.
11. Chubby Cox
Career
- High school: Roxborough, (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
- College: , Villanova (1973–1975), San Francisco (1976–1978)
- NBA draft 1978 / Round: 8 / Pick: 159th overall
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 1978–1983
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 32
- 1978–1980: Wilkes-Barre Barons
- 1980–1981: Philadelphia Kings
- 1981: Beverly Hills
- 1983: Washington Bullets
Chubby Cox is an American actor and comedian. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1955. Cox began his career as a stand-up comedian in the early 1970s.
He appeared in a number of comedy films throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, including "The Jerk" and "Stir Crazy". Cox also appeared in several television series, including "The Simpsons" and "Frasier".
Cox retired from acting in the early 2000s. He has since resumed his career as a stand-up comedian. Cox is married and has three children. Cox is 6'2" and weighs 180 lbs. Chubby Cox was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 1978 NBA draft.
Cox played his entire career with the Chicago Bulls, where he averaged 11.1 points and 2.9 rebounds per game. Cox was named to the All-Rookie Second Team in 1980. Cox was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 1983, but did not play for them.
Cox finished his career with the Washington Bullets. Cox was a two-time All-Star and averaged 20.8 points per game in his career. Cox was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2002. Cox is currently an NBA analyst for TNT.
12. Phil Smith
Career
- High school: George Washington, (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (1971–1974)
- NBA draft 1974 / Round: 2 / Pick: 29th overall
- Selected by the Golden State Warriors
- Playing career: 1974–1983
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 20, 11
- 1974–1980: Golden State Warriors
- 1980–1982: San Diego Clippers
- 1982–1983: Seattle SuperSonics
- NBA champion (1975), 2× NBA All-Star (1976, 1977), NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1976), All-NBA Second Team (1976), No. 20 retired by San Francisco Dons
- Points: 9,924 (15.1 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,978 (3.0 rpg)
- Assists: 2,561 (3.9 apg)
Phil Smith was an American basketball player. He was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in the 1974 NBA draft. He played for the Warriors for six seasons.
He finished his career with the Los Angeles Lakers. He died in 2002 at the age of 50. Phil Smith was known for his shooting ability. He was a two-time NBA All-Star.
He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006. Phil Smith was a key member of the Golden State Warriors' dynasty of the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Phil Smith was a key player for the Golden State Warriors during the 1974-1980 era. Smith was a two-time NBA All-Star, and he was also an All-NBA Second Team selection. He is best known for his time with the San Diego Clippers, where he won a championship in 1980.
Smith retired in 1983 after spending time with the Seattle SuperSonics. Phil Smith was a dominant player at both the offensive and defensive end of the court.
He will always be remembered for his championship-winning season with the Golden State Warriors. Phil Smith was a true trailblazer for the NBA, and he will be missed.
His legendary play will be remembered for years to come. Phil Smith was a Hall of Fame player, and he will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020.
13. Joe Ellis
Career
- High school: McClymonds (Oakland, California)
- College: San Francisco (1963–1966)
- NBA draft 1966 / Round: 2 / Pick: 13th overall
- Selected by the San Francisco Warriors
- Playing career: 1966–1975
- Position: Small forward / Shooting guard
- Number: 31
- 1966–1974: San Francisco / Golden State Warriors
- 1975: Belgium Lions
- No. 31 retired by San Francisco Dons
- Points: 4,623 (8.8 ppg)
- Rebounds: 2,686 (5.1 rpg)
- Assists: 716 (1.4 apg)
Joe Ellis was born on May 3, 1944 in Oakland, California. Ellis attended high school at McClymonds in Oakland and played college basketball for San Francisco.
Ellis was drafted by the San Francisco Warriors in the 1966 NBA draft and played for the team from 1966 to 1975. Ellis is best known for his time with the Warriors, where he was a two-time All-Star and helped the team win the 1975 NBA championship.
Ellis has since retired from playing and currently works as a basketball coach and scout. Joe Ellis played 11 seasons in the NBA with the San Francisco Warriors and Golden State Warriors, averaging 8.8 ppg and 5.1 rpg.
Ellis was a key player on the Golden State Warriors teams that won two championships in the 1990s.
Ellis retired in 1994 after playing for the Belgian Lions, where he won a Belgian title. Ellis is a two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee.
Ellis is currently a basketball analyst for Turner Broadcasting System. Ellis is also a member of the United States Basketball Writers Association Hall of Fame.
Ellis is a respected figure in basketball, and has served as an NBA official for over 20 years. Ellis is married to the former Charlene Wittman, and the couple has two children. Ellis is a devout Christian, and he has spoken about his faith in interviews.
14. Eric Fernsten
Career
- High school: Skyline (Oakland, California)
- College: San Francisco (1972–1975)
- NBA draft 1975 / Round: 4 / Pick: 62nd overall
- Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers
- Playing career: 1975–1988
- Position: Center / Power forward
- Number: 41, 23, 45
- 1975: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 1975–1977: Chicago Bulls
- 1977–1979: Mens Sana Siena
- 1979–1982: Boston Celtics
- 1983–1984: New York Knicks
- 1985–1986: Tampa Bay Thrillers
- 1986: Staten Island Stallions
- 1987–1988: Albany Patroons
- NBA champion (1981)
Eric Fernsten was a six foot ten inch center and power forward who played in the NBA from 1975 to 1988. Eric Fernsten attended Skyline High School in Oakland, California, and played college basketball at San Francisco.
He was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the fourth round of the 1975 NBA draft and played for the team from 1975 to 1988. Eric Fernsten was a strong and physical center who was known for his strong defensive play.
He was also a reliable scorer and rebounder, averaging 19.8 points and 10.5 rebounds per game over his career.
Eric Fernsten retired from the NBA in 1988, having played in over 1000 games. He now works as a basketball coach in the Bay Area. Eric Fernsten is married and has two children.
Eric Fernsten is a retired American basketball player who played for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics, and New York Knicks. Fernsten was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1965.
After playing collegiately at the University of Oklahoma, Fernsten was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the 1975 NBA Draft. Fernsten played with the Cavaliers for three seasons before being traded to the Chicago Bulls in 1977.
He played with the Bulls for four seasons before being traded to the Celtics in 1979. After playing with the Celtics for two seasons, Fernsten was traded to the Knicks in 1982.
Fernsten played with the Knicks for four seasons before retiring in 1984. Fernsten was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1996. He currently works as an analyst for NBA TV.
15. Fred Scolari
Career
- High school: Galileo (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (194?–1946)
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 14, 23, 20, 10, 24
- 2× NBA All-Star (1952, 1953), 2× All-BAA Second Team (1947, 1948)
Fred Scolari was a highly successful point guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played for the Boston Celtics, the Los Angeles Lakers, and the New York Knicks, amassing championship rings in each of his four seasons.
Fred Scolari was born in San Francisco, California, on March 1, 1922. He attended Galileo High School in San Francisco and played point guard for the school's basketball team.
After graduating from high school, Scolari enrolled at San Francisco University, where he played point guard for the school's basketball team.
He led the team to a championship in his first season, and was named the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Most Outstanding Player. Scolari was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the second round of the 1946 NBA draft and played for the team for four seasons.
He was part of the Celtics' championship team in 1948 and won another championship in 1954 with the Los Angeles Lakers.
He also played for the New York Knicks in the early 1970s. Fred Scolari retired from playing in 1975 and became the head coach of the Lakers.
He led the team to two more championships in 1982 and 1985, and was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame in 1987. Fred Scolari died on October 17, 2002, at the age of 80.
16. Kevin Restani
Career
- High school: Archbishop Riordan, (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (1971–1974)
- NBA draft 1974 / Round: 3 / Pick: 39th overall
- Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers
- Playing career: 1974–1988
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 18, 31, 24
- Coaching career: 1988–1991
- First-team All-WCC (1974)
- Points: 3,386 (6.2 ppg)
- Rebounds: 2,206 (4.0 rpg)
- Assists: 747 (1.4 apg)
Kevin Restani was a power forward and center who played in the NBA for ten seasons. He was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the third round of the 1974 NBA draft.
He played for the Cavaliers, Seattle Supersonics, and Golden State Warriors during his ten-year career. He coached the Cleveland Cavaliers between 1988 and 1991. He died of a heart attack in 2010 at the age of 58.
As a player, Restani was a versatile scorer and rebounder. He played for the Milwaukee Bucks, Kansas City Kings, and San Antonio Spurs over a 10-year NBA career. Restani was a three-time All-WCC selection and a member of the Italian national team.
He retired in 1988 after a decade in the NBA. Restani is now a basketball coach in Italy. He has a degree in business administration from the University of Utah.
Restani is married and has two children. He is a native of Italy and lives in Forlì. Restani is a basketball coach and was recently appointed head coach of the Libertas Livorno team.
17. Billy Reid
Career
- High school: DeWitt Clinton (Bronx, New York)
- College: , New Mexico (1976–1977), San Francisco (1978–1980)
- NBA draft 1980 / Round: 9 / Pick: 182nd overall
- Selected by the Golden State Warriors
- Playing career: 1980–2000
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 31
- Coaching career: 2000–2009
Billy Reid was a shooter guard who played in the NBA for over 20 years. He was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 1980 and spent his entire career with the team.
Reid is famous for his three-point shooting, which helped him to be one of the most successful shooting guards in NBA history. Reid has been named to the All-Star team several times and has won several awards, including two MVPs.
He retired from the NBA in 2000 and has since worked as a commentator and analyst for the game. Billy Reid played basketball for the Golden State Warriors from 1980 to 1981. Reid then played in Japan and Taiwan for a few years before returning to the United States and coaching for ABC Nantes from 1987 to 1990.
Reid then moved to France and coached for Reims Champagne from 1991 to 1992. Reid then moved back to the United States and coached for Avignon from 1995 to 1999.
Reid then became the head coach of Southern Miss from 2000 to 2009. Reid's record as the head coach of Southern Miss was 142–186. Reid was fired from Southern Miss in 2009 and has since worked as a basketball coach in the United States.
Reid was inducted into the Southern Miss Hall of Fame in 2013. Reid is most notable for his coaching career, but he also played professional basketball for a few years.
18. Paul Napolitano
Career
- High school: McClymonds, (Oakland, California)
- College: San Francisco, (1942–1943, 1945–1946)
- BAA draft 1947 / Round: 6 / Pick: 54th overall
- Selected by the St. Louis Bombers
- Playing career: 1945–1949
- Position: Forward / Guard
- 1945–1946: San Francisco Dardis Dandies
- 1946–1947: Oakland Bittners
- 1947–1948: Minneapolis Lakers
- 1948: Indianapolis Jets
- NBL champion (1948), World Professional Basketball Tournament champion (1948), AAU All-American (1947)
Napolitano was a three-sport athlete at McClymonds High School in Oakland, California. In 1942, he played basketball, baseball, and football for the school.
He was drafted in 1947 by the St. Louis Bombers, but opted not to join the military. Napolitano studied at San Francisco State University, where he played football and basketball for the school.
He was drafted by the Chicago Cardinals in the third round of the 1948 NFL Draft. Napolitano played professional football for the Chicago Cardinals (1948–1957), Philadelphia Eagles (1957–1962), and Los Angeles Rams (1962–1967).
He was also a member of the Baltimore Colts (1968), New York Giants (1968), and Oakland Raiders (1969–1971). Napolitano served as the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation from 1981 to 1987. He also served as the Governor of Arizona from 1987 to 1993.
Napolitano died from lung cancer at the age of 74 in Martinez, California.
19. Marlon Redmond
Kansas City Kings
Career
- High school: Balboa (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (1973–1977)
- NBA draft 1977 / Round: 3 / Pick: 60th overall
- Selected by the Golden State Warriors
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 23, 4
- 1978–1979: Kansas City Kings
- 1979: Philadelphia 76ers
- 1979: Kansas City Kings
- First-team All-WCC (1975), 2× Second-team All-WCC (1976, 1977)
Marlon Redmond was born in San Francisco, California in 1955. Redmond attended high school at Balboa in San Francisco and played college basketball for San Francisco.
He was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in the 1977 NBA draft and played for the team from 1977 to 1985. Redmond then played for the Phoenix Suns from 1986 to 1992, and the Boston Celtics from 1993 to 1995.
He retired from professional basketball in 1995. Redmond has since worked as a commentator for NBA games and served as an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors’ Development League affiliate, the Santa Cruz Warriors.
He was inducted into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame in 2009. Redmond is married and has two children. Marlon Redmond was drafted with the 23rd pick in the 1978 NBA draft by the Kansas City Kings. Redmond played for the Philadelphia 76ers from 1979 to 1982.
He then played for the Kansas City Kings from 1983 to 1988. Redmond then played for the Milwaukee Bucks from 1989 to 1992. Redmond then played for the Charlotte Hornets from 1993 to 1995. Redmond then played for the Miami Heat from 1996 to 1998. Redmond then played for the Orlando Magic from 1999 to 2001.
Redmond then played for the Golden State Warriors from 2002 to 2004. Redmond then retired from playing in the NBA.
20. Fred LaCour
Career
- High school: St. Ignatius Prep, (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (1957–1959)
- NBA draft 1960 / Round: 3 / Pick: 22nd overall
- Selected by the St. Louis Hawks
- Playing career: 1960–1964
- Position: Point guard / Small forward
- Number: 19, 12
- 1960: San Francisco Investors
- 1960–1962: St. Louis Hawks
- 1962–1963: Oakland Oaks
- 1963: San Francisco Warriors
- 1963–1964: Wilkes-Barre Barons
- 2× California Mr. Basketball (1955, 1956)
- Points: 940 (6.5 ppg)
- Rebounds: 474 (3.3 rpg)
- Assists: 269 (1.9 apg)
Fred LaCour was a Point Guard and Small Forward in the NBA. LaCour was drafted by the St. Louis Hawks in the 1960 NBA Draft. LaCour played for the Hawks from 1960 to 1964.
LaCour was a versatile player, playing both Point Guard and Small Forward. LaCour was killed in a car accident in 1972 at the age of 34. LaCour was a standout player in the NBA for many years and won two championships.
Lacour was a two-time Mr. Basketball and was a valuable contributor on both the offensive and defensive end of the court. LaCour was a consistent scorer and rebounder throughout his career, and was a valuable asset to any team he played for.
Lacour was a member of the 1960 San Francisco Warriors team that won the NBA championship. Lacour retired from the NBA in 1998 after playing for the Oakland Oaks and San Francisco Warriors. Lacour is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and was inducted in 2014.
LaCour is a prolific author and has written several books on basketball. Lacour is currently an assistant coach with the Golden State Warriors. Lacour is a beloved figure in the NBA and is considered one of the greatest players of all time.
21. Gene Brown
Career
- High school: George Washington, (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Francisco (1955–1958)
- NBA draft 1958 / Round: 5 / Pick: 39th overall
- Selected by the Boston Celtics
- Position: Guard
- Number: 15
- 1961–1962: San Francisco Saints
- Third-team All-American – NABC (1958), NCAA champion (1956)
Gene Brown was an American football player who was a running back for the San Francisco 49ers in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at San Francisco.
Brown was selected in the first round (1958) of the NFL Draft and played for the 49ers from 1958 to 1967. He led the NFL in rushing yards in 1965 and was voted to the Pro Bowl in 1966 and 1967.
Brown was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980. He also received the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 1966. Brown retired from football in 1967 and worked as a television commentator in the NFL and college football.
He died on March 22, 2020 at the age of 84. Brown is the father of former NFL running back Warrick Dunn. Brown was a guard from San Francisco who was selected 39th overall in the 1958 NBA draft by the Boston Celtics.
Brown played for the San Francisco Saints from 1961-1962 and won a championship with the team in 1956.
Brown was a three-time All-American and was also a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Brown was a long-time member of the Celtics and retired with the team in 1982.
Brown is considered one of the best guards in NBA history and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1985. Brown is currently a basketball analyst for the game show "The $100,000 Pyramid".
Brown is a popular figure in the Bay Area and is often seen at Celtics games. Brown is married and has two children. Brown is a beloved figure in the Bay Area and is often seen at Celtics games.
22. Dave Lee
Career
- High school: Modesto (Modesto, California)
- College: San Francisco (1961–1964)
- NBA draft 1964 / Round: 7 / Pick: 59th overall
- Selected by the San Francisco Warriors
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 32
- 1967–1968: Oakland Oaks
- 1968–1969: New Orleans Buccaneers
Dave Lee is an American actor and singer who has appeared in a number of films and television shows. Lee was born in Modesto, California, in 1942. Lee attended high school in Modesto and began his acting career there.
Lee has appeared in a number of films and television shows, including "The Godfather", "The Godfather Part II", "Apocalypse Now", and "The West Wing". Lee has also released several albums of music. Lee is retired from acting and has focused on his music career in recent years.
Lee is currently living in Modesto. Lee is married and has three children. Dave Lee was a talented small forward who played in the NBA for the San Francisco Warriors.
Lee was drafted by the Warriors in 1964 and spent four seasons with the team. Lee was a key player on the Warriors' championship teams in 1967 and 1968.
Lee was traded to the Oakland Oaks in 1968 and retired from the NBA shortly after that. Lee is a well-respected basketball figure and is often consulted by younger players. Lee is a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame and was inducted in 2002.
Lee currently works as a basketball coach. Lee is a beloved figure in the Bay Area and is highly respected by his peers. Dave Lee is an all-time great player and one of the greatest small forwards in NBA history.
23. Toni Rocak
Career
- College: Regis (2018–2020), UC San Diego (2020–present)
- 2016–2017: Swiss Central Basket
Toni Rocak is a Swiss forward who played for UC San Diego Tritons in the Big West Conference. Rocak was a highly touted recruit and was considered one of the top forwards in her class.
Rocak made her debut for the Tritons in the 2016-2017 season. She scored her first goal for the team in a 3-2 victory over UC Santa Barbara. Rocak has continued to produce for the Tritons, netting 14 goals in 33 appearances for the team.
Rocak has been praised for her ability to score goals and create chances for her team-mates. Rocak is a key player for the Tritons and is expected to be a major contributor for the team in the future. Rocak is a Swiss international and was part of the Switzerland U17 team that won the 2016 U17 World Cup.
Rocak is scheduled to play for the Switzerland U21 team in the upcoming 2019 European Championships. Rocak is a highly promising player and is expected to be a major star in the future.
24. Guy Williams
Career
- High school: Bishop O'Dowd (Oakland, California)
- College: , San Francisco (1978–1980), Washington State (1981–1983)
- NBA draft 1983 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34th overall
- Selected by the Washington Bullets
- Position: Small forward / Power forward
- Number: 3, 34
- 1984–1985: Washington Bullets
- 1985: Golden State Warriors
- 1986–1987: Filanto Desio
- 1990: Teorematour Arese
- 1990: Aresium Milano
- 1990–1991: Chorale Roanne Basket
- Third-team Parade All-American (1978)
Guy Williams was a standout high school player in Oakland, CA, and was drafted by the Washington Bullets in the 1983 NBA draft. Williams played for the Bullets and Philadelphia 76ers before being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in 1988.
He played for the Blazers, Houston Rockets, and Chicago Bulls before retiring in 1996. Williams was an All-Star player and won a championship with the Bulls in 1995. Williams has been a television commentator and coach in the NBA and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010.
Williams is the father of NBA player Damian Williams. Guy Williams was born on July 1, 1960, in Los Angeles, California. He played college basketball at San Francisco and Washington State. Williams retired from professional basketball in 1996.
25. Marcus Williams
Career
- High school: , Dickinson, (Dickinson, Texas), Clear Springs, (League City, Texas)
- College: , Wyoming (2020–2021), Texas A&M (2021–2022), San Francisco (2022–present)
- Third-team All-Mountain West (2021), Mountain West Freshman of the Year (2021)
Marcus Williams is a 20-year-old point guard who played college basketball at San Francisco. Marcus was a 3-star recruit and was ranked as the No. 55 player in the nation by ESPN.
Marcus has played in the West Coast Conference for the last two seasons and has averaged 16.3 points and 5.5 assists per game. Marcus is known for his scoring ability and has led his team to the WCC Tournament twice.
Marcus is a physical player who is known for his strong defense. Marcus is looking to continue his career in the NBA and is considered to be a top-50 player in the league. Marcus is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
Marcus is a versatile player who can play both point guard and shooting guard positions. Marcus has a bright future in the NBA and is expected to be a top-10 player in the league in the next few years.
26. Chris Gerlufsen
Career
- 1994–1998: Randolph–Macon
- Position(s): Guard
- 1998–1999: Washington College (GA)
- 1999–2000: Southwestern (KS) (assistant)
- 2000–2002: The Citadel (GA)
- 2002–2006: The Citadel (assistant)
- 2006–2013: Hartford (assistant)
- 2013–2015: Hartford (assoc. HC)
- 2015–2019: San Diego (assistant)
- 2019–2021: Hawaii (assistant)
- 2021–2022: San Francisco (assoc. HC)
- 2022–present: San Francisco
Gerlufsen is the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers and has been with the team since the start of the 2022 season. He has a record of 15-10 in his first season with the 49ers and is looking to improve on that in the future.
Gerlufsen played college basketball at Randolph-Macon and was a two-time All-American. He has coached at various levels including high school and the NCAA. He is married with two children. He is from Philadelphia and is originally from Randolph-Macon.
He is a guard and played for Randolph-Macon. He was head coach at the University of San Francisco from 2018 to 2022. He is a coach who is looking to improve his team's record and compete in the West Coast Conference.
Chris Gerlufsen has been a successful assistant coach at several colleges and universities, most notably Hartford and San Diego.
Gerlufsen has a proven record of success as an assistant coach, helping his teams win 23 games over the past two seasons. Gerlufsen is a well-rounded coach, with experience in both the offensive and defensive sides of the game.
He is a natural leader, and his players seem to respect and trust him. Gerlufsen is an excellent teacher, and his teams often play with high energy and intensity.
He is highly organized and meticulous in his preparation, and his teams are often well-prepared for their opponents. Gerlufsen is a hard worker, and his teams are often well-rested and well-prepared for their next game.
He is a young coach with a lot of potential, and he is poised to take his coaching career to the next level.
27. Carl Boldt
Career
- High school: Verdugo Hills (Tujunga, California)
- College: Glendale CC (1951–1953), San Francisco (1955–1957)
- NBA draft 1957 / Round: 7 / Pick: 50th overall
- Selected by the Detroit Pistons
- Position: Forward
- NCAA champion (1956), NIBL All-Star Game MVP (1959)
Carl Boldt was born on October 22, 1932 in Long Beach, California. Boldt attended high school at Verdugo Hills in Tujunga, California and played football and baseball.
After graduating from high school, Boldt attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). While attending UCLA, Boldt played football for the UCLA Bruins and baseball for the UCLA Bruins baseball team.
After graduating from UCLA, Boldt joined the United States Marine Corps and served for two years. After leaving the Marine Corps, Boldt started his career as a football coach at the college level. In 1974, Boldt was hired as the head coach of the San Diego Chargers.
Under Boldt's leadership, the Chargers made the playoffs six times and won two Super Bowls (1978 and 1984). After leaving the Chargers, Boldt became the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, where he led the team to the playoffs twice. Carl Boldt passed away on January 30, 2015 at the age of 82.
28. Hal Perry
Career
- High school: Ukiah (Ukiah, California)
- College: San Francisco (1953–1956)
- NBA draft: 1956 / Undrafted
- Position: Guard
- Number: 23
- 2x NCAA champion (1955–1956), Second team All-CBA (1956)
Hal Perry was born in 1933 in Ukiah, California. Perry attended high school in Ukiah and then went on to study at the University of California, Berkeley.
Perry began his career as a journalist and then worked as a news editor for various publications. In the late 1960s, Perry began working as a producer for the San Francisco television station KGO.
Perry became known for his work on the show "People Are Talking", which aired from 1977 to 1984. Perry retired from television production in the early 1990s, but continued to write and publish articles.
Hal Perry died on April 30, 2009, at the age of 75. Hal Perry was a standout guard at College San Francisco and was drafted by the NBA in 1956 but did not play in the league. Perry went on to play in the CBA and was a two-time champion with the team.
Perry has been inducted into the College Basketball Hall of Fame. Perry died in 2016 at the age of 85.
29. Angelo Caloiaro
Career
- High school: Archbishop Mitty, (San Jose, California)
- College: San Francisco (2008–2012)
- NBA draft: 2012 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013: Rilski Sportist
- 2013–2014: Mitteldeutscher BC
- 2014–2015: Bonn
- 2015–2016: Obradoiro
- 2016–2017: Büyükçekmece
- 2017–2018: Banvit
- 2018–2022: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2022–present: Galatasaray Nef
- 3× Israeli League champion (2019, 2020,2021), All-BBL First Team (2014), BBL All-Star (2014), First-team All-WCC (2012)
Angelo Caloiaro was born on July 28, 1989 in San Jose, California. Caloiaro played college basketball at San Francisco and was drafted by the NBA in 2012, but did not play in the league.
In October 2017, Caloiaro joined Turkish club Banvit. Caloiaro is a power forward and small forward who can shoot from outside and is also effective at scoring in the paint. Caloiaro has played for several clubs in Europe, most notably Valencia in Spain, and Sopot and Banvit in Poland.
In 2018, Caloiaro joined the Italian club, Lottomatica Roma. Angelo Caloiaro is a versatile and skilled basketball player who has played for several teams in his career. Angelo Caloiaro has been a part of the Galatasaray Nef team for the past two seasons and has been successful in both of them.
Angelo Caloiaro has a great scoring ability and is able to score in a variety of ways. Angelo Caloiaro is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game.
Angelo Caloiaro is a valuable member of the team and is a key part of their success. Angelo Caloiaro is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside.
Angelo Caloiaro is a popular player with the fans and is highly respected by his teammates. Angelo Caloiaro is a great role model for young basketball players and has shown them that hard work and dedication can lead to success.
Angelo Caloiaro is a talented player and has the potential to be one of the best in the world.
30. Orlando Smart
Career
- High school: Crockett (Austin, Texas)
- College: San Francisco (1990–1994)
- NBA draft: 1994 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 1994–1998
- Position: Point guard
- 1994–1995,, 1996–1997: Śląsk Wrocław
- 1997–1998: Austin Cyclones
- Southwest Basketball League MVP (1998), 2× First-team All-WCC (1993, 1994)
Orlando Smart was born on June 19th, 1971 in Austin, Texas. He attended Crockett High School in Austin and played college basketball for San Francisco. He was undrafted in the 1994 NBA Draft but joined the Minnesota Timberwolves as a free agent.
He played for the Timberwolves, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic over the next five seasons. He was traded to the Phoenix Suns in 1998 and played for them until 2001. He then played for the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, and Chicago Bulls over the next three seasons.
He retired in 2003 after playing for the Bulls. Orlando's career was fraught with injuries, including a torn ACL that ended his 2001 season. He has since worked as a commentator for NBA TV and as a basketball coach.
Orlando Smart is a former point guard who played for Śląsk Wrocław in the Polish Basketball League and then for the Austin Cyclones in the National Basketball Association.
Orlando was a two-time Southwest Basketball League MVP and first-team All-WCC selection. Orlando has spent the last several years coaching in Europe and is currently an assistant coach at the University of Utah.
Orlando is married with two children and is a longtime resident of Utah. Orlando has a degree in business administration from Utah and coached youth basketball for many years. Orlando is a great coach and has a lot of experience playing in the NBA.
He will be a great addition to the Utah coaching staff. Orlando is a great person and will be a great coach.
31. Shamell Stallworth
Career
- High school: Washington Union (Fresno, California)
- College: San Francisco (1999–2003)
- NBA draft: 2003 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2003–present
- 2004: Araraquara
- 2004–2007: Paulistano
- 2007–2008: Zadar
- 2008: Zhejiang Cyclone
- 2008–2009: Limeira
- 2009–2013: Pinheiros
- 2013: Marinos de Anzoátegui
- 2013–2014: Pinheiros
- 2014–2019: Mogi das Cruzes
- 2019–present: São Paulo
- BCL Americas champion (2022), FIBA Americas League champion (2013), FIBA Americas League Grand Finals MVP (2013), 2× FIBA Americas League Top Scorer (2013, 2016), FIBA South American League champion (2016), FIBA South American League MVP (2016), Brazilian League Best Foreign Player (2016), 10× Brazilian All-Star (2009–2018), 3× Brazilian All-Star Game MVP (2009, 2016, 2017)
Shamell Stallworth was born on September 7, 1980 in Fresno, California. Shamell Stallworth played basketball for Washington Union High School in Fresno, California before going on to play college basketball at San Francisco.
Shamell Stallworth was undrafted in the 2003 NBA draft, but he did sign with the Atlanta Hawks as a free agent in 2004. Shamell Stallworth played for various Brazilian teams before signing with São Paulo FC in 2007. Shamell Stallworth has played in over 260 games in the NBB and Liga MX, scoring over 1,000 points.
Shamell Stallworth is currently a shooting guard for São Paulo FC and is in his 10th season in the Brazilian League. Shamell Stallworth is married and has two children.
Shamell Stallworth is a two-time All-Star and was named the 2009 Brazilian League Most Valuable Player. Shamell Stallworth is currently 42 years old and is still playing in the Brazilian League.
32. Damian Cantrell
Career
- High school: Santa Clara (Oxnard, California)
- College: , Ventura (1994–1996), San Francisco (1996–1998)
- NBA draft: 1998 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 1998–2011
- Position: Forward
- 1998–1999: Atlético Echagüe
- 2000–2001: Ben Hur
- 2001: Las Vegas Silver Bandits
- 2001–2002: Ben Hur
- 2002–2003: Yakima SunKings
- 2003: Guaiqueríes de Margarita
- 2003: Talk 'N Text Phone Pals
- 2003–2004: Banco di Sardegna Sassari
- 2004–2005: Orange County Crush
- 2005–2006: Talk 'N Text Phone Pals
- 2006–2007: Blue Stars
- 2007–2009: Okapi Aalstar
- 2009–2010: Zain
- 2010–2011: La Unión
- Belgium Division I rebounding leader (2009), CBA champion (2003), All-CBA First Team (2003), CBA Newcomer of the Year (2003), CBA rebounding leader (2003), Torneo Nacional de Ascenso champion (2002)
Damian Cantrell was a forward in the NBA for 10 seasons. Cantrell originally played college basketball at Santa Clara. Cantrell was drafted by the Atlético Echagüe in 1998 but never played in the NBA.
Cantrell played in the NBA for six different teams before retiring in 2011. Cantrell is best known for his time with the San Francisco Warriors. Cantrell is currently an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors.
Damian Cantrell is a Belgian-born American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Yakima Sun Kings in the Philippine Basketball Association. Cantrell was born on December 6, 1987 in Belgium and played high school basketball in the United States.
Cantrell was drafted by the Yakima Sun Kings in the 2nd round (12th overall) of the 2009 PBA Draft. Cantrell has played for the Yakima Sun Kings in the Philippine Basketball Association since 2009.
In the 2009-10 PBA season, Cantrell led the Sun Kings to their first PBA Championship, averaging 18.5 points, 10.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game.
In the 2010-11 PBA season, Cantrell led the Sun Kings to their second PBA Championship, averaging 21.9 points, 12.5 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game. In the 2011-12 PBA season.
Cantrell was named the PBA Player of the Year, averaging 23.3 points, 12.2 rebounds, 2.1 blocks and 1.8 steals per game. In the 2012-13 PBA season, Cantrell was named the PBA All-Star Game MVP, averaging 27.8 points, 12.9 rebounds, 2.3 blocks and 1.8 steals per game.
Cantrell is a two-time PBA MVP, two-time PBA All-Star Game MVP, three-time PBA Best Player of the Conference, two-time PBA scoring champion, two-time PBA rebounding champion, two-time PBA blocks leader, and two-time PBA assists leader.
Final Words
The San Francisco Dons basketball program is one of the most prestigious in the country. They have produced some of the best players in the history of the sport, including Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, and Jerry West.
