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Michigan Basketball: NBA Weekend Roundup of Former Wolverines

By Adam Renuart

Nov 13, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach John Beilein reacts during the second half against the IUPUI Jaguars at Crisler Center. Michigan won 77-65. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 13, 2016; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach John Beilein reacts during the second half against the IUPUI Jaguars at Crisler Center. Michigan won 77-65. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports /
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May 4, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) calls a play against the Houston Rockets in the second half in game one of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Los Angeles Clippers won 117 to 101. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports
May 4, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) calls a play against the Houston Rockets in the second half in game one of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Los Angeles Clippers won 117 to 101. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

Jamal Crawford, Clippers

Jamal Crawford was such a legend at Rainier High School that he had his number. Despite that, of the Wolverines in the NBA, Crawford had the least illustrious career at Michigan. He appeared in only 17 games due to suspensions for NCAA Violations, but proved to be a lethal scorer and adapt ball handler, his averages hovering around 16 points and five assists per game. Watch Jamal’s Rainier High School here:

Since leaving Michigan, Crawford has followed the typical path of an NBA journeyman. He has played for 6 teams, including the Bulls, Knicks, Warriors, Hawks, and Trailblazers. If he stays with the Clippers beyond this season, it will be the longest he has ever stayed with one team. Despite no team sticking with him for long, Crawford is a lethal scorer and 3x 6th man of the year. His career is so extensive that the NBA has a video that details it all.

Crawford has seen a downward trend in his scoring in the past three seasons, playing alongside stars like Chris Paul and Blake Griffin. His minutes are down as well, and Crawford is picking his spots more these days. Crawford is one of the top 100 scorers in NBA history, and currently sits at 87th on the all time points list.

Over the weekend, Crawford was one of the bright spots as the Clippers lost two straight. He had a good all around game against the Pistons, scoring 14 with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. He didn’t make as big of an impact Sunday against the Pacers, going 5-12 for 12 points. Still, Crawford is capable of going off, as he had three 30 point games last year.

Over the weekend, Crawford was one of the bright spots as the Clippers lost two straight. He had a good all around game against the Pistons, scoring 14 with 5 rebounds and 4 assists. He didn’t make as big of an impact Sunday against the Pacers, going 5-12 for 12 points. Still, Crawford is capable of going off, as he had three 30 point games last year. 

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As you can see, there is no shortage of former Michigan basketball talent in the NBA and hopefully, in the coming years, the Wolverines impact on the league will only continue to grow.

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