Willie King (basketball)
Wilbert King (1915–1965) was an American professional basketball player.[1][2] He played in the National Basketball League for the Detroit Gems in the 1946–47 season and averaged 8.2 points per game.[2]
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1915 Alabama |
| Died | 1965 (aged 49–50) Michigan |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Pershing (Detroit, Michigan) |
| Playing career | 1935–1949 |
| Position | Guard |
| Career history | |
| 1935–1936 | Central Athletic Association |
| 1941–1943 | Harlem Globetrotters |
| 1941–1942 | Trojans |
| 1943–1944 | Brewster Recreation |
| 1946–1947 | Detroit Gems |
| 1947 | Kansas City Stars |
| 1947–1949 | Harlem Globetrotters |
References
- "Willie King". Peach Basket Society. Blogspot. Retrieved October 23, 2016.
- "Willie King NBL stats". basketball-reference.com. Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved October 23, 2016.
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