John Starks

Biography

John Starks is a former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for 13 seasons. He was born on August 10, 1965, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and grew up in Tulsa's North Tulsa neighborhood. Starks played college basketball at Oklahoma State University before going undrafted in the 1988 NBA draft.

Starks began his professional career playing for the Golden State Warriors in 1988. However, he was waived by the team after just one season. He then played for the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) before being signed by the New York Knicks in 1990.

Starks quickly became a fan favorite in New York due to his tenacious defense and ability to hit clutch shots. He played for the Knicks for eight seasons and was a key player on the team that made it to the NBA Finals in 1994. Starks had a memorable performance in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals that year, scoring 27 points and leading the Knicks to victory over the Indiana Pacers.

Starks was known for his fiery personality on the court and his willingness to stand up to opponents. He famously got into a physical altercation with Chicago Bulls player Michael Jordan during a game in 1993. Starks also had a reputation for being streaky as a shooter, but when he was on, he could score in bunches.

After leaving the Knicks in 1998, Starks played for several other teams, including the Golden State Warriors, Chicago Bulls, and Utah Jazz. He retired from the NBA in 2002 with career averages of 12.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game.

Since retiring from basketball, Starks has been involved in various business ventures, including owning a chain of sports bars and working as a motivational speaker. He has also been active in charity work, particularly in his hometown of Tulsa.

Overall, John Starks had a successful career in the NBA, despite going undrafted and being waived early in his career. He was a fan favorite in New York and played a key role in the Knicks' success in the 1990s. Starks' tenacity and willingness to stand up to opponents made him a memorable player, and his legacy as a Knicks legend lives on to this day.

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1972 vs 1995 New York Knicks • 3-on-3 Blacktop Simulation

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In today's 3-on-3 Blacktop Simulation, we have an interesting matchup that transcends time: the 1972...

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