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UCLA Basketball: 15 best former UCLA basketball players who had the best NBA careers

By Ryan Kay

Dec 11, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Fan cutouts of Reggie Miller (left), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (center) and Bill Walton in the stands during the NCAA basketball game between the UCLA Bruins and the Marquette Golden Eagles at Pauley Pavilion. UCLA defeated Marquette 69-60. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; Fan cutouts of Reggie Miller (left), Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (center) and Bill Walton in the stands during the NCAA basketball game between the UCLA Bruins and the Marquette Golden Eagles at Pauley Pavilion. UCLA defeated Marquette 69-60. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Kiki Vandeweghe during the first half of a game. Mandatory Credit: Jim O’Connor-USA TODAY Sports /

Kiki Vandeweghe. 11. player. 518. . .

Top three traits: Shooting ability, coachable, and resilient

Kiki Vandeweghe: NBA All-Star: Vandeweghe was selected to the NBA All-Star Game three times. He earned this honor in the following seasons: 1983, 1984, and 1985. Vandeweghe’s scoring ability and offensive prowess were recognized through these selections.

In his rookie season in 1981, Vandeweghe was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team. This recognition highlights his impactful debut season.

He led the NBA in scoring during the 1983-1984 season, averaging 29.4 points per game. His scoring prowess earned him the scoring title, demonstrating his offensive abilities.

Vandeweghe enjoyed consistent success as a scorer throughout his NBA career. He finished his career with an average of 19.7 points per game, showcasing his offensive efficiency and impact on the court.

NBA

Here is a list of some of his accomplishments, awards, and achievements in the NBA:

Five-time NBA All-Star:1984, 1985, 1987, 1988, 1991
Two-time All-NBA Third Team:1 984, 1985
NBA Scoring Champion: 1984-85
NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award: 1991
NBA All-Rookie First Team: 1981
NBA All-Defensive Second Team: 1985
NBA All-Star Game MVP: 1985

UCLA

Important Achievements and Accomplishments:

Key member of Pac-12 Champion teams: 1977, 1978, 1979
All-Pac-10: 1979
Introduced to the UCLA Athletic Hall of Fame Member: 1994

Career Stats while Playing at UCLA

Point per game: 12.2
Assists per game: 1.3
Field Goal %: 57
Free Throw %: 77.6
Rebounds per game: 5