Nate Archibald
Inducted:
1991
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
150 lb (68 kg)
Born
September 2, 1948
New York City, New York, U.S.
Position
Point guard
College
Arizona Western (1966–1967)
UTEP (1967–1970)
Nate “Tiny” Archibald was one of the most dynamic point guards in NBA history, known for his blazing speed, scoring ability, and playmaking brilliance. Despite standing just 6 feet 1 inch tall, Archibald dominated the league with his quickness and offensive versatility.
In the 1972–73 season with the Kansas City–Omaha Kings, he accomplished a historic feat by leading the NBA in both scoring (34.0 points per game) and assists (11.4 per game)—the only player ever to finish a season atop both categories. Over his 14-year career, Archibald earned multiple All-Star selections and later won an NBA championship with the Boston Celtics in 1981.
In recognition of his outstanding career and impact on the game, Archibald was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1991.
Archibald's NBA Records
- NBA Champion (1981)
- 6× NBA All-Star (1973, 1975, 1976, 1980–1982)
- 3× All-NBA First Team (1973, 1975, 1976)
- 2× All-NBA Second Team (1972, 1981)
- NBA All-Star Game MVP (1981)
- NBA Scoring Champion (1973)
- NBA Assists Leader (1973)
NBA Teams
Cincinnati Royals / Kansas City-Omaha / Kansas City Kings (1970–1976)
New York Nets (1976–1977)
Boston Celtics (1978–1983)
Milwaukee Bucks (1983–1984)
NBA Draft
1970: 2nd round, 19th overall pick
Cincinnati Royals
Number Worn
10, 1, 7
NBA Stats
Seasons:
13 (1970–1984)
Games Played:
876
Points:
16,481 (18.8 ppg)
Assists:
6,476 (7.4 apg)
Rebounds:
2,046 (2.3 rpg)
Field Goal(%):
46.7%
Free Throw(%):
81.0%
Playoff Game:
47