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Oscar P. Robertson

Oscar Robertson was one of the greatest players in history. The "Big O" could do it all. He was an unstoppable offensive player who could score from every spot on the court and in any manner he saw fit. Robertson's offensive prowess changed the point guard stereotype from simply a passer and floor general to a scorer and offensive weapon. His collegiate career at the University of Cincinnati was historic. Robertson established 19 school and 14 NCAA records and led the Bearcats to a 79-9 record and two straight NCAA Final Fours. Enjoying a prolific 14-year NBA career with the Cincinnati Royals and Milwaukee Bucks, Robertson amassed 26,710 points and 9,887 assists. He entered the NBA in 1960 and immediately established himself averaging 30.5 points per game and captured Rookie of the Year honors. The Big O's best statistical season came in 1961-62 when he averaged a triple-double for the entire season, averaging 30.8 ppg, 11.4 apg and 12.5 rpg, a feat that has never been duplicated.

Enshrined

1980

Born

November 24, 1938 Charlotte, TN

College

Cincinnati

Professional Career

Milwaukee Bucks Cincinnati Royals

Career Stats

1971 NBA Champion
1964 NBA MVP
12x NBA ALL-STAR
9x ALL-NBA FIRST TEAM
6x NBA ASSIST LEADER
3x Consensus First Team All-American