Adrian Dantley is a former professional basketball player who had a successful career in the NBA. He was born in Washington, D.C. and attended DeMatha Catholic High School. He was a standout player in high school and was named to the All-Metropolitan team three times.

Dantley was drafted by the Buffalo Braves in 1976 and was traded to the Indiana Pacers in 1977. He was then traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 1979 and then to the Utah Jazz in 1980. He was an All-Star in each of his first five seasons with the Jazz and was named to the All-NBA First Team in 1983.

Dantley was a prolific scorer and was known for his ability to get to the free-throw line. He was a master of the mid-range jump shot and was a great finisher at the rim. He was also an excellent rebounder for his size and was a great passer.

Dantley was traded to the Detroit Pistons in 1986 and was named to the All-Star team in 1987. He was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 1989 and retired from the NBA in 1991.

Dantley was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2008. He is one of the most successful players in NBA history and is remembered for his great scoring ability and his ability to get to the free-throw line. He is also remembered for his great passing and rebounding skills.

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