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Rod Freeman

b. 1950

American basketball player

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Born 1950. Rod Freeman is an American basketball player.

Rodney Lee Freeman (born November 5, 1950) is an American former professional basketball small forward who played one season in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers during the 1973–74 season. He attended Vanderbilt University and in the 11th round of the 1973 NBA draft he was selected by the 76ers.

Three-year starter for HOF coach Ray Estes at Anderson, he set single-game scoring (38) and rebounding (28) records as part of 1,260 career points and a school-best 886 rebounds for the Indians. He averaged 23.3 points per game as a senior, was named a 1969 Indiana All-Star, and was also named 1st team all-state in football.

A three-year starter at Vanderbilt University, he was selected all-SEC as a sophomore after averaging 15.7 points per game. As a senior, he helped the Commodores to the #11 ranking in the nation.

Drafted by the NBA Philadelphia 76ers, ABA Memphis Tams, and NFL New York Giants. Freeman signed with the Giants. While in his inaugural training camp, he quit football and chose to play basketball, instead. Freeman returned the signing bonus that had been given to him by the Giants. He then began playing basketball for the 76ers.

Career statistics

NBA Source

Regular season Year Team GP GS MPG FG% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG Philadelphia 35 0 7.6 .379 .683 1.5 .4 .3 .0 3.0

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Vanderbilt University
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Rodney Lee Freeman

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Rod Freeman?

American basketball player

When was Rod Freeman born?

Rod Freeman was born on 5 November 1950 in Anderson.

What is Rod Freeman's occupation?

Rod Freeman is a basketball player.

What nationality is Rod Freeman?

Rod Freeman is American.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Rod Freeman

Β· Wikidata: Q3939847

Β· DBpedia: Rod Freeman

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