Charles Barkley, affectionately known as “Sir Charles” and “The Round Mound of Rebound,” is a legend in the world of basketball
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. Born on February 20, 1963, in Leeds, Alabama, Barkley’s journey to NBA stardom is a story of determination, skill, and sheer force of will
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Standing at 6 feet 6 inches and weighing 252 pounds, Barkley was not your typical power forward
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. Despite his relatively shorter stature for the position, he used his incredible strength and tenacity to dominate the boards and score points
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. Barkley played 16 seasons in the NBA, from 1984 to 2000, and left an indelible mark on the game
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Here are some of Barkley’s most impressive stats:
Points per game (PPG): 22.1
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Rebounds per game (RPG): 11.7
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Assists per game (APG): 3.9
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Field Goal Percentage (FG%): 54.1%
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Free Throw Percentage (FT%): 73.5%
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Three-Point Percentage (3P%): 26.6%
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Player Efficiency Rating (PER): 24.6
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Barkley’s career highlights include:
11-time NBA All-Star (1987-1997)
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NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 1993
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NBA All-Star Game MVP in 1991
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5-time All-NBA First Team selection (1988-1991, 1993)
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NBA rebounding leader in 1987
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Member of the NBA’s 50th and 75th anniversary teams
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Two-time inductee into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (2006 for his individual career and 2010 as a member of the 1992 Olympic “Dream Team”)
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Barkley’s aggressive playing style and charismatic personality made him a fan favorite. He was known for his incredible hustle, never backing down from a challenge, and always giving his all on the court. Off the court, Barkley has transitioned into a successful career as a television analyst, providing insightful and entertaining commentary on NBA games.
If you want to dive deeper into Barkley’s career and stats, you can check out this Basketball-Reference page
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Do you have a favorite Barkley moment or memory?
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www.basketball-reference.com
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