Don Adams Stats: NBA Career


Don Adams headshot, wearing the NBA team jersey
Don Adams, a versatile and skilled NBA player, made a significant impact during his seven-season career in the league. Adams played for four different teams - the Houston Rockets, Atlanta Hawks, Detroit Pistons, and Los Angeles Clippers - showcasing his adaptability and talent across various cities and states from 1970 to 1977.
At the start of his NBA journey in the 1970-71 season, Adams was 23 years old and ready to make his mark on the basketball court. Known for his tenacity and work ethic, ...he quickly became a valuable asset to his teams, earning a reputation as a reliable player on both ends of the court.
Over the course of his career, Adams played a total of 634 games, accumulating an impressive 16,352 minutes on the hardwood. His offensive prowess was evident in his 39.92% field goal shooting percentage, with 2,260 goals made out of 5,662 attempts, demonstrating his scoring ability and efficiency on the court.
When it came to free throws, Adams excelled at capitalizing on scoring opportunities, making 1,222 out of 1,639 attempts for an impressive free throw percentage. His consistency and focus at the free-throw line made him a reliable scorer in crucial moments, earning valuable points for his team.
Rebounding was another area where Adams excelled, showcasing his strength and determination on the boards. Throughout his career, he recorded a total of 3,675 rebounds, with 844 defensive rebounds and 364 offensive rebounds, demonstrating his ability to compete against opponents and secure possessions for his team.
In addition to his scoring and rebounding, Adams was also a playmaker on the court, dishing out 1,126 assists to his teammates. His court vision and passing skills made him a well-rounded player, capable of creating scoring opportunities for others and facilitating ball movement for his team.
Defensively, Adams was a force to be reckoned with, tallying 283 steals and 55 blocks over his career. His ability to disrupt opponents' plays and protect the rim highlighted his defensive impact and commitment to making stops on the defensive end.
In terms of scoring, Adams accumulated a total of 5,742 points throughout his NBA career, showcasing his offensive versatility and scoring prowess. Whether shooting from the field, capitalizing on free-throw opportunities, or creating scoring chances for his teammates, Adams was a consistent and valuable contributor on the offensive end.
As Adams retired from professional basketball at the age of 29, his legacy as a dedicated and skilled player continued to resonate with fans and peers alike. His impact on the game and contributions to his teams solidified his reputation as a respected and admired player in the NBA.
To delve deeper into Don Adams' impressive career statistics and explore his journey through the NBA, take a closer look at the detailed charts and data on his player profile page. Discover the numbers behind the player and gain a deeper understanding of the skills and accomplishments that defined Adams' time on the basketball court.

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Games Played

Don Adams Games–Played Career Chart

Points

Don Adams Points Career Chart

Assists

Don Adams Assists Career Chart

Rebounds

Don Adams Rebounds Career Chart

Steals

Don Adams Steals Career Chart

Minutes Played

Don Adams Minutes–Played Career Chart

Turnovers

Don Adams Turnovers Career Chart

Blocks

Don Adams Blocks Career Chart

Don Adams Career Stats Table


  SEASON TEAM AGE GP GS MIN FGM FGA FG % FG3M FG3A FG3 % FTM FTA FT % OREB DREB REB AST STL BLK TOV PF PTS
1 1970-71 SDR 23 82 nan 2,374 391 957 40.9% nan nan nan% 155 212 73.1% nan nan 581 173 nan nan nan 344 937
2 1971-72 ATL 24 70 nan 2,030 307 779 39.4% nan nan nan% 204 273 74.7% nan nan 494 137 nan nan nan 259 818
3 1971-72 HOU 24 3 nan 41 6 19 31.6% nan nan nan% 1 2 50.0% nan nan 8 3 nan nan nan 7 13
4 1971-72 TOT 24 73 nan 2,071 313 798 39.2% nan nan nan% 205 275 74.5% nan nan 502 140 nan nan nan 266 831
5 1972-73 ATL 25 4 nan 76 8 38 21.1% nan nan nan% 7 8 87.5% nan nan 22 5 nan nan nan 11 23
6 1972-73 DET 25 70 nan 1,798 257 640 40.2% nan nan nan% 138 176 78.4% nan nan 419 112 nan nan nan 220 652
7 1972-73 TOT 25 74 nan 1,874 265 678 39.1% nan nan nan% 145 184 78.8% nan nan 441 117 nan nan nan 231 675
8 1973-74 DET 26 74 nan 2,298 303 742 40.8% nan nan nan% 153 201 76.1% 133 315 448 141 110 12 nan 242 759
9 1974-75 DET 27 51 nan 1,376 127 315 40.3% nan nan nan% 45 78 57.7% 63 181 244 75 69 20 nan 179 299
10 1975-76 BUF 28 56 nan 704 67 170 39.4% nan nan nan% 40 57 70.2% 38 107 145 73 30 7 nan 128 174
11 1976-77 BUF 29 77 nan 1,710 216 526 41.1% nan nan nan% 129 173 74.6% 130 241 371 150 74 16 nan 201 561

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