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Moses Malone

Moses Eugene Malone

Moses Malone, a Hall of Fame center and three-time NBA MVP, was born in Petersburg, Virginia.

Profession
Basketball player
Born
March 23, 1955
Years active
1974–1995

Early life

Born in Petersburg in 1955, Malone became one of the first players to jump straight from high school to the professional ranks.

Career

Across the ABA and NBA he was a dominant rebounder and scorer, leading the Philadelphia 76ers to the 1983 championship.

Major achievements

A three-time MVP and twelve-time All-Star, he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2001.

Legacy

Malone is remembered as one of the greatest rebounders and centers the game has known.

References

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When was Moses Malone born?
Moses Malone was born on March 23, 1955, in Petersburg, Virginia.
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Moses Malone was professionally active from 1974 to 1995.

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