Basketball Biography

Nate Archibald

“Tiny”

American · the South Bronx, New York · Born 1 January 1948

Guard

18.8

ppg

7.4

apg

876

apps

18.8

points per game

Tiny — the only player to lead the NBA in scoring and assists in the same season.

Nathaniel Archibald was born in the South Bronx, New York in 1948. He won the scoring and assists titles simultaneously in 1972-73 — the only player in NBA history to achieve this. He stands 6ft 1in — small for an NBA star — and was nicknamed Tiny as a result. He won the NBA championship with Boston in 1981. He missed the entire 1977-78 season with a torn Achilles tendon. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1991. He has been active in community development work in the South Bronx after retirement.

Famous For

Only player to lead NBA in scoring and assists in same season

Playing Style

How They Played

Lightning-quick point guard with exceptional court vision

Legacy

Lasting Impact

Hall of Fame point guard known as 'Tiny' despite elite playmaking

Best Known For

NBA Champion 1981 (Boston)

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

NBA Champion 1981 (Boston)
NBA All-Star 6x
Hall of Fame 1991

Career Journey

Timeline

1970 📌 NBA debut with Cincinnati Royals

1973 🎯 Led NBA in scoring (34.0 PPG) and assists (11.4 APG)

1976 🥇 NBA All-Star Game MVP

1981 🏆 NBA Championship with Boston Celtics

1984 📌 Retired from professional basketball

1991 🥇 Inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame

Ppg	18.8
Apg	7.4
Apps	876
Points Per Game	18.8

Career Assists	6,476
Championships Won	1

Club	Apps
Cincinnati Royals	—
New York Nets	—

Full Name	Nathaniel Archibald
Nationality	American
Born	1 January 1948 (age 78)
Birth Place	the South Bronx, New York
Position	Guard
Retired	1984
Pro Debut	1970
Peak Years	1972-1976
Est. Net Worth	$10m

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Nate Archibald

What is Nate Archibald's career points per game average?

Nate Archibald averaged 18.8 points per game in the NBA.

What is Nate Archibald's assists per game average?

Nate Archibald averaged 7.4 assists per game in his NBA career.

When was Nate Archibald born?

Nate Archibald was born in 1948 in the South Bronx.

What nationality is Nate Archibald?

Nate Archibald is American.

What position did Nate Archibald play?

Nate Archibald played as a Guard.

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