Wayne Embry is a retired professional basketball player in the NBA played for Cincinnati Royals, Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks. He was the 22nd overall pick by the St. Louis Hawks in 1958 NBA Draft.
Wayne Embry Vital Stats
- Basketball-Reference.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6'8"
- Weight: 240 lbs
- Rookie Year: 1958
Wayne Embry Timeline
March 26, 1937: Born in Springfield, Ohio
(1954): Graduated at Tecumseh High School (New Carlisle, Ohio)
(1954-1958): Miami University, OH
(1958): Drafted by the St. Louis Hawks
(1958-1966): Cincinnati Royals
(1966-1968): Boston Celtics
(1968-1969): Milwaukee Bucks
(1971-1979): General Manager of Milwaukee Bucks
(1986-1999): General Manager of Cleveland Cavaliers
(1999): Basketball Hall of Fame as Contributor
(2006): General Manager of Toronto Raptors
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Fast Facts
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Full name
Wayne Richard Embry
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Born
March 26, 1937
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Birthplace
Springfield, Ohio
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Nickname
Goose, The Wall
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Height
6'8"
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Weight
240 lbs
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Position
Center/Forward
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Jersey
- 23, #15
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Nationality
American
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High School
Tecumseh High School (New Carlisle, Ohio)
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College
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NBA Draft
22nd overall pick in 1958 ( St. Louis Hawks)
