Orlando Woolridge was a professional basketball player who played in the NBA for 13 seasons. He was known for his athleticism and scoring ability, and was a key player on several successful teams throughout his career.
Woolridge was born in Louisiana in 1959 and attended the University of Notre Dame, where he played basketball for four years. He was selected by the Chicago Bulls in the first round of the 1981 NBA draft, and quickly established himself as one of the league's most exciting young players.
In his rookie season, Woolridge averaged 13.3 points per game and was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team. He continued to improve over the next few seasons, and in 1984 he was selected to play in the NBA All-Star Game.
Woolridge played for several different teams over the course of his career, including the Bulls, the New Jersey Nets, the Los Angeles Lakers, the Denver Nuggets, the Detroit Pistons, and the Milwaukee Bucks. He was known for his scoring ability and his ability to play above the rim, and he was a fan favorite wherever he played.
Despite his success on the court, Woolridge struggled with drug addiction throughout his career. He was suspended by the NBA several times for drug-related offenses, and he eventually sought treatment for his addiction in the early 1990s.
Woolridge retired from the NBA in 1994, but he continued to play basketball professionally overseas for several more years. He also worked as a coach and mentor to young players, and he was known for his dedication to helping others.
Sadly, Woolridge passed away in 2012 at the age of 52. He was remembered by his former teammates and fans as a talented player and a kind-hearted person who always put others first. His legacy in the NBA lives on, and he will always be remembered as one of the most exciting players of his era.
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