Dennis Rodman

Dennis Rodman is a retired NBA player. He is known for is wild hair-dos, tattoos, piercings, and antics.

Fast Facts

1. Born May 13, 1961
2. Birthplace: Trenton, New Jersey
3. Height: 6'6"
4. Nicknames include "Dennis the Menace", "Rodzilla", "D-Rod", "Rod the Bod", and "Worm"
5. 5 time NBA Champion
6. 2 time NBA Defensive Player of the Year
7. NBA rebounds leader for seven straight years
8. Was once married to Carmen Electra

Domestic Abuse Charges

Rodman was arrested on felony domestic violence charges on April 30, 2008 in Los Angeles. Reports said he hit his girlfriend, Gina Peterson, after an altercation at a hotel in Century City. Rodman was released on $50,000 bail and was set for arraignment on May 22, 2008.

NBA Career

Rodman was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 1986 in the second round. He helped the Piston win NBA Championships in 1989 and 1990. He also won consecutive NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards in those years.

After spending two season with the San Antonio Spurs, Rodman was traded to the Chicago Bulls prior to the 1995-96 season. His rebounding and defensive skills (combined with the scoring of Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen) helped the Bulls win a record 72 games in route to an NBA Championship. The Bulls would win three straight titles from 1996-1998.

Rodman became a journeyman after leaving the Bulls. He played briefly for the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks. He would then play in the ABA as well as overseas.

Outside the NBA

Rodman has always been known for his strange behavior on and off the court. He has been romantically involved with singer Madonna and Carmen Electra, written a book, and wore a wedding dress to an autograph signing. Rodman has also starred in several movies, most notably Double Team with Jean-Claude Van Damme. He has also made several television appearances and briefly wrestled for World Championship Wrestling.

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