Former Houston Rockets guard Robert Reid, who played in the NBA for 13 years, passed away earlier this week after battling cancer.
Reid, aged 68, had been dealing with an illness, as reported by the Houston Chronicle.
The Houston Rockets released a statement on Tuesday expressing their grief, stating, “The Fertitta Family and the Houston Rockets are deeply saddened by the passing of former player, Robert Reid, whose contributions were instrumental in guiding the Houston Rockets to their first two NBA Finals appearances in 1980-81 and 1985-86.”
Reid, a 6’8″ guard/forward and a second-round draft pick in 1977, maintained an average of 11.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game during his NBA career. He spent 10 of his 13 seasons with the Houston Rockets, which is near his hometown of San Antonio, TX.
Moreover, he had stints with the Charlotte Hornets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Philadelphia 76ers.
Teammate to the iconic Moses Malone, Reid amassed 10,448 points across 919 NBA games.
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Current Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta also responded to the news, saying, “It is with great sorrow that my family and I received the news of the passing of Rockets legend, Robert Reid. I have had the privilege of knowing Robert for over 40 years, and his presence always brought joy and positivity to any room he entered.”
Reid was 68.
RIP
FAQs
What was Robert Reid known for?
Robert Reid was known for his significant contribution to guiding the Houston Rockets to their first two NBA Finals appearances in 1980-81 and 1985-86.
How many NBA games did Robert Reid play?
Robert Reid played 919 NBA games throughout his career.
Conclusion
The passing of Robert Reid has left a void in the basketball community. His legacy as a skilled athlete and a positive influence will always be remembered.
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