Description: Dominique Wilkins, also known as "The Human Highlight Film," is a retired professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1982 to 1999. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest dunkers in NBA history and was known for his incredible athleticism and scoring ability. Wilkins was born on January 12, 1960, in Paris, France, but he grew up in the United States. He played college basketball at the University of Georgia and was selected with the third overall pick in the 1982 NBA Draft by the Utah Jazz. However, he was immediately traded to the Atlanta Hawks, where he would spend the majority of his career. During his time with the Atlanta Hawks, Wilkins became the face of the franchise and one of the most exciting players in the league. He had a remarkable scoring ability and averaged over 20 points per game in 11 consecutive seasons. Wilkins won two NBA Slam Dunk Contests (1985 and 1990) and was a nine-time NBA All-Star. Throughout his career, Wilkins had several memorable duels with other NBA legends, including Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, and Julius Erving. His rivalry with Bird, particularly during the 1988 NBA Playoffs, where they engaged in a scoring battle, is often regarded as one of the greatest individual matchups in NBA history. In 1994, Wilkins was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers and later played for the Boston Celtics, San Antonio Spurs, and Orlando Magic before retiring in 1999. He finished his NBA career with a total of 26,668 points, which currently ranks 13th on the NBA's all-time scoring list. After retiring from playing, Wilkins remained involved in basketball as a coach, executive, and ambassador for the sport. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players of his era.
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Card Size: Standard
League: National Basketball Association (NBA)
Set: 1989-90 Fleer
Player/Athlete: Dominique Wilkins
Year Manufactured: 1989
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Vintage: Yes
Type: Sports Trading Card
Sport: Basketball
Card Name: 1989-90 Fleer Dominique Wilkins Atlanta Hawks
Manufacturer: Fleer
Features: Hall of Fame, HOF
Team: Atlanta Hawks, Georgia Bulldogs
Card Number: #7
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Season: 1989-90