Freddie Lewis was an American professional basketball player who had a successful career in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was known for his quickness and agility on the court, and was a key contributor to the success of the teams he played for.

Lewis began his career with the Detroit Pistons in 1967, and quickly established himself as a reliable player. He was a consistent scorer and a great defender, and was often relied upon to take the big shots in crunch time. He was also a great passer, and was often credited with setting up his teammates for easy baskets.

Lewis was a key member of the Pistons team that won the NBA championship in 1974. He was also a two-time All-Star, and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1975. He was also a member of the 1976 USA Olympic basketball team.

Lewis was known for his leadership and dedication to the game. He was a great teammate and was always willing to put in the extra effort to help his team win. He was also a great mentor to younger players, and was often seen giving advice to his teammates.

Lewis retired from the NBA in 1977, but his legacy lives on. He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2002, and his number was retired by the Pistons in 2004. He is remembered as one of the greatest players of his era, and his contributions to the game of basketball will never be forgotten.

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