Leon Blevins

Leon Gravette Blevins (June 25, 1926 – September 2, 1987[1]) was an American basketball player.

Leon Blevins
Personal information
Born(1926-06-25)June 25, 1926
Black Oak, Arkansas
DiedSeptember 2, 1987(1987-09-02) (aged 61)
NationalityAmerican
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight160 lb (73 kg)
Career information
High schoolPhoenix Union
(Phoenix, Arizona)
College
NBA draft1950 / Round: 7 / Pick: 81st overall
Selected by the Indianapolis Olympians
Playing career1950–1951
PositionGuard
Number9
Career history
1950–1951Indianapolis Olympians
Stats  at NBA.com
Stats at Basketball-Reference.com

He played collegiately for the University of Arizona after two seasons at Phoenix College, where he scored over 1000 points.[2]

He was selected by the Indianapolis Olympians in the 7th round of the 1950 NBA draft.

He played for the Olympians (1950–51) in the NBA for 2 games.

References

  1. Blevins dies
  2. "Cat hopes ride on Leon Blevins". Prescott Evening Courier. January 10, 1950. Retrieved February 24, 2013.


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