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Jim Eakins

b. 1946

American basketball player

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About Jim Eakins

Born 1946. Jim Eakins is an American basketball player.

James Scott Eakins (born May 24, 1946) is an American former professional basketball player and two-time American Basketball Association champion.

A 6'11" center from Brigham Young University, Eakins was selected in the fifth round of the 1968 NBA draft by the San Francisco Warriors and in the 1968 ABA Draft by the Oakland Oaks.

Known as "Jimbo", Eakins played eight seasons (1968–1976) in the ABA as a member of the Oakland Oaks, Washington Caps, Virginia Squires, Utah Stars, and New York Nets. He won ABA championships in 1969 with the Oakland Oaks and in 1976 with the New York Nets. Eakins also represented Virginia in the 1974 ABA All-Star Game.

After the ABA–NBA merger in 1976, Eakins played in the NBA until 1978 as a member of the Kansas City Kings, San Antonio Spurs, and Milwaukee Bucks. In his ABA/NBA career, he scored 8,255 points and grabbed 5,578 rebounds.

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Important facts

Born
24 May 1946, Sacramento
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Basketball player
Nationality
United States
Education
Encina High School, Brigham Young University
Awards
1974 ABA All-Star Game; 1976 ABA Playoffs; ABA champion; Western Athletic Conference
Also known as
James Scott Eakins

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jim Eakins?

American basketball player

When was Jim Eakins born?

Jim Eakins was born on 24 May 1946 in Sacramento.

What is Jim Eakins's occupation?

Jim Eakins is a basketball player.

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Jim Eakins is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jim Eakins

· Wikidata: Q1626562

· DBpedia: Jim Eakins

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