24. Reggie Lewis
Reggie Lewis was a late round draft pick in 1987, and the product of Northeastern University played less than ten minutes a game as a rookie, so it surprised some when he would blossom when gaining minutes due to Larry Bird's injury and would have an 18.5 PPG season as a sophomore. Lewis would become the starting Shooting Guard, and in 1991/92 and 1992/93 he averaged just over 20 Points per Game, with the first of those seasons seeing him earning All-Star recognition.
Sadly, Lewis died from a sudden cardiac attack during an off-season practice on June 27, 1993. The team would retire his number 35 as a tribute. He was only 27. While cocaine was thought to be a part of the issue, it was never proven.
The Bullet Points
- Position: Shooting Guard, Small Forward
- Acquired: Selected in the 1st Round, 22nd Overall in the NBA Draft 6/22/87.
- Departed: Died 6/27/93.
- Games Played: 450
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Per Game Averages: 32.6 MP
.490 eFG%
.824 FT%
17.6 PTS
4.3 RB
2.6 AST
1.3 STL
0.9 BLK
42 Playoff Games
30.4 MP
.511 eFG%
.777 FT%
17.5 PTS
4.2 RB
2.6 AST
1.2 STL
0.9 BLK
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Advanced Stats: 17.1 PER
.538 TS%
12.5 VORP
38.9 WS
42 Playoff Games
19.2 PER
.558 TS%
1.7 VORP
3.3 WS
- Major Accolades and Awards: All-Star (1992)
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