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Questions about Artis Gilmore

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When and where was Artis Gilmore born?

Artis Gilmore Sr. was born on the 21st of September, 1949 in Chipley, Florida.

What college record does Artis Gilmore hold for rebounds per game?

Artis Gilmore holds the NCAA Division I history record with a career average of twenty-two point seven rebounds per game.

How many blocks did Artis Gilmore record during his 1971-72 season?

Artis Gilmore established league records for blocked shots in a single season with four hundred twenty-two blocks during the 1971-72 campaign.

Which team did Artis Gilmore join after the ABA disbanded in 1976?

The ABA disbanded after the 1976 season leading to a dispersal draft where Artis Gilmore went first overall to the Chicago Bulls.

When was Artis Gilmore elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame?

Artis Gilmore was not elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame until April 2011 despite retiring among statistical leaders.

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