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Bernard King Retired

Forward · New York Knicks · 6'9", 225 lb · Drafted 1977
Hall of FameNew York Knicks
NBANew York KnicksForwards
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In short

Bernard King is a retired forward best known with the New York Knicks. Unstoppable scorer and comeback story. Career averages: 22.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game.

Scoring map · Bernard’s projected shot profile
Hottest: Rim 51% · Paint 20%
Rim — 51% of scoring, 42% of shotsCorner 3 (L) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsWing 3 (L) — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsTop of key 3 — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsWing 3 (R) — 4% of scoring, 4% of shotsCorner 3 (R) — 2% of scoring, 2% of shotsMid-range (L) — 6% of scoring, 9% of shotsPaint — 20% of scoring, 25% of shotsMid-range (R) — 7% of scoring, 9% of shots
  • Rim51%
  • Paint20%
  • Mid-range (R)7%
Projected shot profile — modeled from role, spacing & shooting splits. Not tracked shot data.
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Bernard King is a retired Hall of Famer. Unstoppable scorer and comeback story.

He averaged 22.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists over his career.

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Career avg
22.5 ppg
Forward
Rebounds
5.8 rpg
career
Assists
3.3 apg
career
LIFE

Roots & the rise

Bernard King is a retired forward, most associated with the New York Knicks.

Unstoppable scorer and comeback story.

He retired with career averages of 22.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game.

Sources: Career figures: documented sources. Role ratings: Balladex characterization.

BEYOND THE GAME

Legacy

Unstoppable scorer and comeback story.

PERSONALITY

The person

A retired Hall of Famer and New York Knicks name.

PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
Hall of Famer · forward
Temperament
Alpha
Leadership
85/100
Scoring85
Playmaking51
Rebounding55
Perimeter D46
Rim protection44
Spacing50
Athleticism68
Clutch58
Hall of FameNew York Knicks
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

The legacy

Unstoppable scorer and comeback story.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Advanced metrics

Career PPG
22.5
per game
Career RPG
5.8
per game
Career APG
3.3
per game

Where he sits in history

LegacyUnstoppable scorer and comeback story.

Hardware

1×
Scoring champion
4×
NBA All-Star
HOF
Hall of Fame
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated Retired

A Hall of Famer and New York Knicks name.

Bernard King's career is complete: Unstoppable scorer and comeback story.

Contract

Status
Retired · Hall of Fame
Bottom line

A Hall of Famer — a standout with the New York Knicks.

FAQ

Quick answers

What were Bernard King's career averages?

Bernard King averaged 22.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game.

Is Bernard King retired?

Yes — Bernard King is a retired forward and a Hall of Famer.