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 Patrick Ewing
Jamaica. Patrick Ewing came to the USA when he was in his teens. He also could not speak English very well.
San Antonio Spurs. When Patrick first entered the league, he spent 15 years with the Knicks. He then got traded to the Sonics in the year 2000, and signed as a free agent with the Magic the year later.
| What was the highest points Ewing has ever logged in one game? | Patrick Ewing
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51. Patrick scored 51 points against the Boston Celtics in 1990.
| Where did the former New York Knicks center attend college? | Patrick Ewing
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Georgetown. Patrick Ewing won a championship in college in 1984. When he got to the NBA, he vowed a championship but always fell short.
| Patrick Ewing's number 33 was retired by the Seattle Supersonics? | Patrick Ewing
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f. Patrick Ewing's 33 got retired by the New York Knicks on Feb. 28, 2003.
| How many points did Patrick Ewing average during his rookie season? | Patrick Ewing
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20.0. Patrick Ewing also got the Rookie of the Year award despite only playing 50 games due to injury.
| What was Patrick Ewing's highest rebounding average? | Patrick Ewing
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12.1. Patrick Ewing logged a career-high 26 rebounds during his 1992-1993 NBA season.
| Against whom did Patrick Ewing hit the three-pointer, when he fell into the sidelines during an Eastern Conference semi-finals game? | Patrick Ewing
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Boston Celtics. Patrick's buzzer beater got them to the Eastern Conference semi-finals.
| Who was the runner-up who lost to Patrick Ewing, for Rookie of the Year in 1985-1986? | Patrick Ewing
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Joe Dumars. Karl Malone was a rookie in that season too, but was not running-up against Ewing.
John Thompson . Ewing refers to Thompson as a father. Thompson had shaped Ewing.
21.0. Although Ewing's last two years in the NBA weren't as good as the rest of the years, Ewing's career averages are still within amazing numbers.
| After Patrick Ewing retired, he decided to become an Assistant Coach for which team? | Patrick Ewing
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Washington Wizards. Ewing wanted to coach the Wizards since the team plays where he had played college ball.
| Patrick Ewing participated in the original Dream Team in '92? | Patrick Ewing
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t. The only centers to get selected to the Dream Team of 1992 were Patrick Ewing and David Robinson.
| What record did Patrick Ewing hold in the NBA when he retired? | Patrick Ewing
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Most blocks in an NBA Finals series. Patrick logged 30 blocks in the 1994 NBA Finals against the Houston Rockets. He also tied the record for most blocks in an NBA Finals game with 8. Unfortunately, Tim Duncan beat his record in the 2003 NBA Finals.
| The legacy of Patrick Ewing started during his college days. While at Georgetown, he was known to be the most intimidating defender and was nicknamed the "Hoya Destroya". During his Georgetown era, the Hoyas went to three NCAA national championship games, winning one in 1984 against rival Hakeem Olajuwon. What school did they defeat for the championship that year? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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Houston Cougars. In 1984, the 34-3 Hoyas and 32-5 Cougars faced each other for the first time but both were not new to the championship atmosphere. Two years earlier, Ewing and the Hoyas faced Michael Jordan and the mighty North Carolina Tar Heels for the national championship. Ewing suffered a heart-breaking loss as MJ hit the game-winning shot to lead the Tar Heels past the Hoyas 63-62. A year later, Olajuwon and the Cougars faced the North Carolina State Wolfpack for the national championship. NC State shocked Olajuwon and the Cougars by beating them at the buzzer 64-62. Ewing would avenge for his loss by beating Olajuwon's Cougars 84-75 in the 1984 NCAA Championship Game.
| Patrick Ewing also made a name for himself in the Olympics. His Olympic career included winning two gold medals and being a part of the famous "Dream Team". In which two years did Ewing "strike gold"? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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1984 & 1992. Ewing and the United States men's basketball team went 8-0 in the 1984 Summer Olympics defeating Spain 96-65 in the Gold Medal game. In those games, Ewing averaged 11.0 points per game and had 18 blocks overall. In 1992, Ewing and the United States "Dream Team" diminished the whole competition, finishing it off by defeating Croatia 117-85 in the Gold Medal Game. In those games, Ewing averaged 9.5 points per game and compiled 15 blocks and 42 rebounds.
| The expectations were high for Ewing in the NBA. The nation was anxiously awaiting for his unprecedented arrival. In the 1985 NBA Draft, Ewing was unsuprisingly selected with the first overall pick. Which team was wise enough to take him? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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New York Knicks. The New York Knicks were the third worst team in the 1984-85 season, but luck was on their side as they ended up winning the NBA lottery and got the first pick. In his rookie season, Ewing averaged 20.0 points per game and 9.0 rebounds per game, capturing the Rookie of the Year honor. Other notable draftees in 1985 were Chris Mullin (7th overall), Karl Malone (13th overall), and Joe Dumars (18th overall).
| Patrick Ewing was certainly no stranger to the postseason. Ewing once had a span of 13 straight seasons with a playoff appearance. How many total seasons did Ewing make the playoffs during his 17 career? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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14. Patrick Ewing made it to the postseason in every year between 1988-2000 with the New York Knicks. He also appeared once more in 2002 with the Orlando Magic. Eventually, the playoffs became "just another season" for Ewing. To him, it was championship or bust.
| Now, we all know that Patrick Ewing had an abundance of playoff appearances, but in how many of those appearances did Ewing end up winning the NBA championship? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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0. Patrick Ewing's warrior-like play on the court was a sign of his determination and relentless to win the NBA championship. Sadly, Ewing was denied in each and every one of his opportunities. In 1994, Ewing had his best shot at the championship facing Hakeem Olajuwon's Houston Rockets. Ewing came up just one game short of it all, losing four games to three in a heartbreaking game seven loss to the Rockets. Ewing's title quest finally ended in the first round of the 2002 playoffs when Ewing's Orlando Magic were ousted by the Charlotte Hornets. Ewing called it quits in the offseason and his playing days were over. According to many, Patrick Ewing was the greatest athelete never to win a championship.
| Patrick Ewing was among the greatest scorers of all-time. Although he never lead the league in scoring, he found himself in the top 10 in that catagory in eight seasons. How many total points did Patrick Ewing accumulate in his career? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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24,815. During his career, Patrick Ewing averaged 21.0 points per game. He retired 13th among leading scorers in NBA history. His 24,815 points proved that he had a knack for getting the ball to the rim.
| On February 28, 2003, in front of a ruckus crowd at Madison Square Garden, Patrick Ewing's number was retired. What was the famous number that was hung up and was never to be worn again by another Knick again? | The Legendary Patrick Ewing!
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33. February 28, 2003, was a day to remember for all New Yorkers and Patrick Ewing admirers. Just before halftime, the Garden was hollering and chanting, "P-a-a-at-t-tri-i-i-ck E-e-e-wi-i-ing!", crescending louder each time. Perhaps the great Michael Jordan summed up Ewing's career the best: "He has a heart of a champion. When you thought about New York, you thought of Patrick Ewing. He came and gave life back into the city".
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