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Dwayne McClain

b. 1963

American basketball player (born 1963)

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About Dwayne McClain

Born 1963. Dwayne McClain is an American basketball player.

Dwayne Eddie McClain (born February 7, 1963) is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the Indiana Pacers in the second round (27th pick overall) of the 1985 NBA draft.

He played in the NBA for one season and was drafted from Villanova University. As a member of the Pacers during the 1985–86 season, he averaged 3.5 points in 45 games played. McClain was a member of Villanova's National Championship team in 1985. He was the highest scorer which helped to secure the “Cinderella Upset” over Georgetown Hoyas.

McClain played in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) for the Savannah Spirits, New Haven Skyhawks, Rockford Lightning and La Crosse Catbirds from 1987 to 1991. He was selected as the CBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player in 1989.

He was the most valuable player (MVP) of the 1989 Continental Basketball Association All-Star Game.

On October 10, 2013, McClain was named in the Sydney Kings 25th Anniversary Team.

Career statistics

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
Holy Name Central Catholic High School, Villanova University
Awards
List of All-Big East Conference men's basketball teams; List of Continental Basketball Association champions; List of NCAA Men's Division I Basketball champions; United States Basketball League
Also known as
Dwayne Eddie McClain

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Dwayne McClain's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Dwayne McClain?

American basketball player (born 1963)

When was Dwayne McClain born?

Dwayne McClain was born on 7 February 1963 in Worcester.

What is Dwayne McClain's occupation?

Dwayne McClain is a basketball player.

What nationality is Dwayne McClain?

Dwayne McClain is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dwayne McClain

· Wikidata: Q3716813

· DBpedia: Dwayne McClain

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