Katrina McClain NBA Hall of Fame

Katrina McClain Hall Of Fame NBA

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Katrina McClain

Inducted:
2012

Katrina McClain NBA Hall of Fame

Personal Stats:

6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
178 lb (81 kg)

Born:
September 19, 1965
Charleston, South Carolina, U.S.

Position:
Small forward

College:
University of Georgia

Katrina McClain stands among the greatest forwards in women’s basketball history, known for her strength, rebounding, and scoring ability. She starred at the University of Georgia, where she earned All-American honors and set numerous school records.

McClain became a dominant presence on the international stage, representing the United States in three Olympic Games. She won a gold medal in 1988 and 1996, along with a bronze in 1992. Her career also included gold medals at the FIBA World Championship and multiple Pan American Games. Widely respected for her consistency and leadership, McClain was one of the most reliable frontcourt players of her era.

She was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012, cementing her place among the sport’s all-time legends.

McClain's Awards & Records:

  • 2× Olympic Gold Medalist (1988, 1996)
  • Olympic Bronze Medalist (1992)
  • FIBA World Championship Gold Medalist (1986)
  • NCAA All-American (1985, 1986, 1987)
  • SEC Player of the Year (1987)
  • Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame (2006)

Career Achievement:

  • Among only a few women with multiple Olympic gold medals in basketball
  • Ranked among top rebounders in U.S. women’s basketball history
  • Key leader in establishing U.S. dominance in women’s basketball during the late 1980s and 1990s

NBA Teams:

USA (1986-88,1990-92,1994,1996)

Number Worn:
32

Career Stats:

Olympic Career Stats-
Games Played:
20
Points Per Game:
13.6
Rebounds Per Game:
9.1
Medals:
2 Gold, 1 Bronze
College Career Stats-
Game Played:
125
Points:
2,195
Rebounds:
1,193
Points Per Game:
17.6