Ricky Sobers was a professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for ten seasons. He was born on January 15, 1953, in New York City and attended DeWitt Clinton High School in the Bronx. Sobers played college basketball at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) from 1972 to 1975.
Sobers was selected by the Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 1975 NBA draft. He played for the Suns for three seasons, from 1975 to 1978. During his time with the Suns, Sobers was known for his scoring ability and his defensive skills. He was also a solid rebounder and passer.
In 1978, Sobers was traded to the Indiana Pacers. He played for the Pacers for four seasons, from 1978 to 1982. During his time with the Pacers, Sobers continued to be a solid player, averaging double-digit points per game and contributing on both ends of the court.
In 1982, Sobers was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers. He played for the Trail Blazers for two seasons, from 1982 to 1984. During his time with the Trail Blazers, Sobers was primarily used as a backup guard, but he still contributed to the team's success.
Sobers finished his NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers. He played for the Cavaliers for one season, in 1985-86. Sobers played in 67 games for the Cavaliers, averaging 6.5 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game.
Overall, Sobers had a solid NBA career. He played in 715 games, averaging 11.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game. Sobers was known for his versatility and his ability to contribute on both ends of the court. He was also a solid teammate and a respected player in the league.
🏀