About Willie Norwood
Born 1947. Willie Norwood is an American basketball player.
Willie B. Norwood (born August 8, 1947) is an American former professional basketball player.
A 6'7" power forward from Carrollton, Mississippi and Alcorn State University, Norwood played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1971 to 1978 as a member of the Detroit Pistons, Seattle SuperSonics, and Portland Trail Blazers. He averaged 7.5 points per game in his NBA career.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Willie Norwood?
American basketball player (born 1947)
When was Willie Norwood born?
Willie Norwood was born on 8 August 1947 in Carrollton.
What is Willie Norwood's occupation?
Willie Norwood is a basketball player.
What nationality is Willie Norwood?
Willie Norwood is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Willie Norwood (basketball)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Willie Norwood. https://biography.guide/willie-norwood-basketball-player/
MLA: "Willie Norwood." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/willie-norwood-basketball-player/.
Chicago: "Willie Norwood." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/willie-norwood-basketball-player/.
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