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Jerry Baskerville

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PositionSmall forward
Height / weight2.06 m / 89 kg
Born10 Nov 1951 (74 years)
NationalityUnited States flagUnited States

Jerry Baskerville is an American former professional basketball player who played briefly in the National Basketball Association. He has played for the Philadelphia 76ers.

Player Profile

Jerry W. Baskerville was born on November 10, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

He stands 206 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 89 kg. He played small forward throughout his career.

High School and College Career

Baskerville attended Thomas Edison High School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

He then played college basketball at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (1971-1972) before transferring to Temple University (1973-1974).

Professional Career

After being selected by the Boston Celtics in the supplemental round of the 1974 NBA Draft, Baskerville began his professional career with the Hazleton Bullets of the Eastern Basketball Association, where he earned EBA Most Valuable Player honors in 1975.

He then played 21 games for the Philadelphia 76ers during the 1975-76 season.

Career Highlights

  • 1975 - EBA Most Valuable Player

Jerry W. Baskerville FAQ

Where did Jerry Baskerville play college basketball?

He played at both UNLV and Temple University.

How many NBA games did Baskerville play?

He has played 21 games with the Philadelphia 76ers during the 1975-76 season.

What was Baskerville's greatest professional achievement?

His greatest professional achievement was being named EBA Most Valuable Player in 1975 while playing for the Hazleton Bullets.