Jerome Anderson
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| Position | Shooting guard |
| Height / weight | 1.96 m / 88 kg |
| Born | 9 Oct 1953 (55 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
Jerome Anderson was an American professional basketball player and coach who played two seasons in the National Basketball Association. He won an NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics in 1976.
Player Profile and Personal Life
Jerome Anderson was born on October 9, 1953, in Mullens, West Virginia, and passed away on August 1, 2009, in Helsingborg, Sweden.He stood 196 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 88 kg. He played shooting guard throughout his career.
High School and College Career
Anderson attended Mullens High School in Mullens, West Virginia. He then played college basketball at West Virginia University from 1972 to 1975.Professional Career
Selected 53rd overall by the Boston Celtics in the 1975 NBA Draft, Anderson played one season with the team, winning an NBA championship in 1976.He then played for the Indiana Pacers and West Virginia Wheels before transitioning to playing and coaching in Sweden and Norway.
As a coach, he led the Ulriken Eagles to a BLNO Championship in 2007.
Career Highlights:
- 1976 - NBA Champion (Boston Celtics)
- 2007 - BLNO Championship (Ulriken Eagles, as coach)
Trophies and Awards
Jerome Anderson FAQ
What were Anderson's NBA statistics?
He averaged 2.6 points per game during his two-season NBA career.
What did Anderson do after his NBA career?
Anderson played and coached basketball in Sweden and Norway, winning a BLNO Championship with the Ulriken Eagles in 2007.
How many NBA teams did Anderson play for?
He played for two NBA teams: the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers.
