J.R. Reid
Herman J. Reid Jr.
J.R. Reid, an NBA forward and North Carolina star, was born in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- Profession
- Basketball player
- From
- Virginia Beach, Virginia
- Born
- March 31, 1968
- Years active
- 1989–2001
Early life
Born in Virginia Beach in 1968, Reid was a McDonald's All-American who starred at the University of North Carolina.
Career
The fifth overall pick in 1989, he played twelve NBA seasons with teams including the Charlotte Hornets and San Antonio Spurs.
Major achievements
He was a key frontcourt contributor on competitive playoff teams throughout the 1990s.
Legacy
Reid is remembered as a durable pro and a beloved college player.
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