Charles Smith is an American former professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball Association from 1988 to 1998. He played with the NBA teams Los Angeles Clippers, New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Charles Daniel Smith was born on July 16, 1965, in Bridgeport, Connecticut in the United States of America. He stands 208 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 113 kg.
When he retired, he served in the National Basketball Players Association.
| Position | Power Forward |
| Height / weight | 2.08 m / 113 kg |
| Born | 16 Jul 1965 |
| Nationality |
United States
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| Playing Style | Right Handed |
| Team History | |
San Antonio
|
1996 - 1998 |
New York
|
1992 - 1996 |
LA Clippers
|
1988 - 1992 |
High School and College Career
He attended Warren Harding High School in Bridgeport, Connecticut. In 1984, he was named to the First-team Parade All-American.
Later, he committed to college basketball for the University of Pittsburgh from 1984 to 1988. In his last year with the team, he was named the Big East Player of the Year.
Professional Career
He turned pro during the 1988 NBA Draft. He was chosen in the 1st round and was the 3rd overall pick by the Philadelphia 76ers.
The 76ers then traded him to the Los Angeles Clippers. He played for them from 1988 to 1992. In 1989, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
From 1992 to 1996, he played for the New York Knicks. Then from 1996 to 1998, he was with the San Antonio Spurs. He retired in 1998.
Career Highlights and Awards
- 1989 - NBA All-Rookie First Team
- 1988 - Second-team All-American – NABC
- 1988 - Big East Player of the Year
- 1987, 1988 - First-team All-Big East
- 1985, 1986 - Third-team All-Big East
- No. 32 retired by the Pittsburgh Panthers
- 1984 - First-team Parade All-American
Career NBA Statistics
- Points - 8,107 (14.4 ppg)
- Rebounds - 3,246 (5.8 rpg)
- Assists - 798 (1.4 apg)
