American · Richmond, Virginia · Born 15 November 1947American basketball forward who won NBA championships with Milwaukee Bucks (1971) and Washington Bullets (1978), known for clutch performances and versatility.
Robert Luther Dandridge Jr. was born in Richmond, Virginia in 1947 and attended Norfolk State University. Milwaukee Bucks selected him in the fourth round of the 1969 NBA Draft. His 13-season career produced 18.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.0 assists per game along with four All-Star appearances. He won the NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 1971 alongside Kareem Abdul-Jabbar — contributing 18.4 points per game in the championship season. He won a second championship with the Washington Bullets in 1978 — his finest individual season as he averaged 19.3 points. He was named to the All-NBA Second Team twice. He was one of the most versatile and complete forwards of his era — capable of scoring inside, outside, defending multiple positions and creating for teammates. His relative obscurity in historical discussions stems partly from playing alongside Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (who drew all attention) and partly from the limited national media coverage of non-New York and non-Boston franchises in the 1970s. He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012 — a belated recognition of a career that deserved earlier acknowledgement.
Versatile forward who won NBA championships with Milwaukee and Washington
How They Played
Smooth shooting forward with excellent mid-range game and court vision
Lasting Impact
Two-time NBA champion and reliable scorer who bridged championship eras
Career Honours
- NBA Champion 2x (1971, 1978)
- All-Star 4x
- All-NBA Second Team 2x
- Hall of Fame (2012)
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Bucks | 1969–1977 | 580 |
| Washington Bullets | 1977–1981 | 328 |
American Athletes