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Benoit Benjamin

b. 1964

American basketball player (born 1964)

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Born 1964. Benoit Benjamin is an American basketball player.

Lenard Benoit Benjamin [be-NOYT] (; born November 22, 1964) is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 1st round (3rd overall) of the 1985 NBA draft. A 7'0" center from Creighton University, Benjamin played for nine NBA teams in 15 seasons from 1985 to 1999. He played for the Clippers (1985–91), Seattle SuperSonics (1991–93), Los Angeles Lakers (1993, 1999 preseason), New Jersey Nets (1993–95), Vancouver Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks (1995–96), Toronto Raptors (1996), Philadelphia 76ers (1998–99) and Cleveland Cavaliers (1999). Benjamin's daughter is Khaalia Hillsman who played at Texas A&M.

Career Benjamin's best year as a professional came during the 1988–89 NBA season as a member of the Clippers, appearing in 79 games and averaging 16.4 ppg. It was also during this season that some criticized Benjamin's on-court actions, as famously exemplified by television announcer Dick Vitale after a January 1988 game against the Milwaukee Bucks: β€œHe has a double zero on his back, but he should add another zero. I give him a zero for his offensive attitude, a zero for his defensive attitude, and a zero for his mental attitude ... he’s an absolute, flat-out disgrace to everyone that’s ever worn a basketball uniform.”

In his NBA career, he had a .541 field goal percentage, recorded 4,604 defensive rebounds and 1,581 blocks and averaged 11.4 points and 2.0 blocks per game. Benjamin also played briefly in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) in the latter part of his career. In 8 games over two seasons with the Yakima Sun Kings and Grand Rapids Hoops, he averaged 10.9 points and 8.8 rebounds per contest.

He is the Clippers' career leader in blocked shots per game (2.75).

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Creighton University
Awards
McDonald's All-American Game; NCAA Men's Basketball All-Americans; Parade All-America Boys Basketball Team
Also known as
Lenard Benoit Benjamin, Big Ben

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Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Benoit Benjamin?

American basketball player (born 1964)

When was Benoit Benjamin born?

Benoit Benjamin was born on 22 November 1964 in Monroe.

What is Benoit Benjamin's occupation?

Benoit Benjamin is a basketball player.

What nationality is Benoit Benjamin?

Benoit Benjamin is American.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Benoit Benjamin

Β· Wikidata: Q657876

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