Eric Money is an American former professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball Association from 1974 to 1980, with teams like the New Jersey Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Detroit Pistons.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Eric Money was born on February 6, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan. He stands 183 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 77 kg.
He was one of the players who appeared in the 1979 movie The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh. He also co-authored a book titled – Tucson A Basketball Town.
| Position | Point Guard |
| Height / weight | 1.83 m / 77 kg |
| Born | 6 Feb 1955 |
| Nationality |
United States
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| Playing Style | Right Handed |
| Team History | |
Detroit
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1979 - 1980 |
New Jersey Nets
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1978 - 1979 |
Philadelphia
|
1979 |
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Detroit
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1974 - 1978 |
High School and College Career
He attended Kettering High School in his hometown of Detroit, Michigan. Later, he played college basketball for the University of Arizona and was there from 1972 to 1974.
Professional Career
He turned pro during the 1974 NBA Draft and was selected in the 2nd round as the 33rd overall pick by the Detroit Pistons.
He played with the Pistons from 1974 to 1978. Then from 1978 to 1979, he was with the New Jersey Nets. In 1979, he briefly signed with the Philadelphia 76ers before signing with the Detroit Pistons. He retired in 1980.
Career Highlights
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Career NBA Statistics
- Points - 5,211 (12.2 ppg)
- Rebounds - 894 (2.1 rpg)
- Assists - 1,623 (3.8 apg)
