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Rolando Blackman Retired

Guard · Dallas Mavericks · 6'3", 190 lb · Drafted 1981
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In short

Rolando Blackman is a retired guard best known with the Dallas Mavericks. Mr. Clutch of the early Mavericks. Career averages: 18 points, 3.1 rebounds and 3 assists per game.

Scoring map · Rolando’s projected shot profile
Hottest: Rim 32% · Top of key 3 13%
Rim — 32% of scoring, 27% of shotsCorner 3 (L) — 6% of scoring, 6% of shotsWing 3 (L) — 13% of scoring, 13% of shotsTop of key 3 — 13% of scoring, 14% of shotsWing 3 (R) — 10% of scoring, 11% of shotsCorner 3 (R) — 5% of scoring, 5% of shotsMid-range (L) — 6% of scoring, 8% of shotsPaint — 9% of scoring, 12% of shotsMid-range (R) — 5% of scoring, 6% of shots
  • Rim32%
  • Top of key 313%
  • Wing 3 (L)13%
Projected shot profile — modeled from role, spacing & shooting splits. Not tracked shot data.
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Rolando Blackman is a retired NBA guard. Mr. Clutch of the early Mavericks.

He averaged 18 points, 3.1 rebounds and 3 assists over his career.

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Career avg
18 ppg
Guard
Rebounds
3.1 rpg
career
Assists
3 apg
career
LIFE

Roots & the rise

Rolando Blackman is a retired guard, most associated with the Dallas Mavericks.

Mr. Clutch of the early Mavericks.

He retired with career averages of 18 points, 3.1 rebounds and 3 assists per game.

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

BEYOND THE GAME

Career

Mr. Clutch of the early Mavericks.

PERSONALITY

The person

A retired guard and Dallas Mavericks name.

PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
Retired standout · guard
Temperament
Alpha
Leadership
74/100
Scoring76
Playmaking50
Rebounding46
Perimeter D54
Rim protection26
Spacing56
Athleticism66
Clutch56
RetiredDallas Mavericks
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

The career

Mr. Clutch of the early Mavericks.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Advanced metrics

Career PPG
18
per game
Career RPG
3.1
per game
Career APG
3
per game

Where he sits in history

CareerMr. Clutch of the early Mavericks.

Hardware

4×
NBA All-Star
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated Retired

A retired guard and Dallas Mavericks name.

Rolando Blackman's career is complete: Mr. Clutch of the early Mavericks.

Contract

Status
Retired
Bottom line

A memorable pro — a standout with the Dallas Mavericks.

FAQ

Quick answers

What were Rolando Blackman's career averages?

Rolando Blackman averaged 18 points, 3.1 rebounds and 3 assists per game.

Is Rolando Blackman in the Hall of Fame?

Rolando Blackman is a retired guard and a notable pro, though not currently a Hall of Fame inductee.