Lionel Simmons

Lionel Simmons is a former professional basketball player in the National Basketball Association. In 1991, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team while playing for the Sacramento Kings.

Player Profile

Lionel James “L-Train” Simmons was born on November 14, 1968, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He stands 201 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 95 kg. He plays small forward and shoots with his right.

High School and College Career

Simmons attended South Philadelphia High School in his hometown. Later, he went on to play college basketball for La Salle University in Pennsylvania. While there, he was named the MAAC Player of the Year three times.

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Position	Small Forward
Height / weight	2.01 m / 95 kg
Born	14 Nov 1968
Nationality	United States
Playing Style	Right Handed
Nickname	L-Train

Team History
Sacramento	1990 - 1997

In 1990, he was named the National College Player of the Year. He was also named to the Consensus first-team All-American in 1990.

Professional Career

Simmons declared for the NBA in 1990. He was the 7th overall pick in the first round, chosen by the Sacramento Kings. He played his entire career for the Kings. In 1991, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.

In 1997, chronic injuries forced him to retire from the NBA.