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Dick was acquired from Phoenix prior to the 1968-69 season and that year was the Bucks' regular center. As a junior at Murray State, Dick led the nation in rebounding, averaging 21.8 per game. He ranked fifth nationally as a senior with a 17.8 average and set school and Ohio Valley Conference career records in total rebounds and rebound average. He had 1,292 rebounds in 71 games, averaging 18.2.
There are forwards with higher scoring averages than Willie, but when all phases of the game are considered - defense, rebounding, percentage shooting and completely controlling the tempo of the game, Willie is tops. Willie was signed by the Stars after a tryout in 1969.
It's appropriate that Bowie went to Ball State. because she was one of the nation's premier basketballers in her career. The Mid-America Conference Player of the Year in 2001 and 2003 was the third player (male or female) to surpass 2000 career points.
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