Post by Chicago on Mar 19, 2016 19:47:53 GMT
Dick Van Arsdale(#5)Height: 6-5 Weight: 210 lbs. Position: Shooting Guard Born: February 22, 1943 in Indianapolis, Indiana Age Drafted: 22 College: Indiana University Source: Basketball Reference |
Strengths
"The Original Sun" a do it all player for both the Knicks and Suns throughout his 11 years in the NBA. A good scorer averaging 16.5 PPG for his career with a period of 3 straight seasons with at least 21 PPG. Got to the line frequently at a clip of just under 6 free throw attempts per game including up to 8 attempts a game in his prime and hit them at an efficient 79% for his career shooting on average 83% from the line in his prime. Good rebounder for a guard at around 5 per game in his prime. Decent vision averaging 3.5 APG for his career. Refined shooting ability while in the NBA and became a reliable jump shooter. Great ability to drive to the basket. Tenacious defender.
Weaknesses
Although a good defender doesn't possess an elite ability to steal the ball. No shot blocking ability whatsoever.
Notes
3x All Star
1x NBA All Defensive Team
Brothers Dick and Tom came in to the league the same year and both retired the same year as well.
Current Attributes
| INS | JPS | FTS | 3PS | HND | PAS | ORB | DRB | PSD | PRD | STL | BLK | QCK | STR | JMP | STA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2.5 | 1.5 | 2.5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
Potential Attributes
| INS | JPS | FTS | 3PS | HND | PAS | ORB | DRB | PSD | PRD | STL | BLK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 3.5 | 3.5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2.5 | 4.5 | 2.5 | 1.5 |
