American · Fort Worth, Texas · Born 19 March 1946American professional basketball center who played in the NBA from 1966-1975, best known for winning the 1970 NBA Championship with the New York Knicks.
Nate Bowman was born in Fort Worth, Texas in 1946 and attended Wichita State University. Chicago Bulls selected him in the 1966 NBA Draft. His five-season career was spent primarily as a reserve center, contributing defensively and rebounding in limited minutes. He was part of the New York Knicks roster that won the NBA championship in 1970 — one of the more celebrated championship teams in NBA history. His career statistics were modest by design — he was a specialist role player valued for interior defence and his ability to spell Willis Reed. He typifies the kind of player who contributes to championship-winning rosters without ever receiving significant individual recognition. His place on the 1970 Knicks team alongside Reed, Walt Frazier, Bill Bradley, Dave DeBusschere and Dick Barnett connects him to one of basketball's most storied championships.
NBA center who won championship with New York Knicks
How They Played
Traditional center, strong rebounder and interior defender
Lasting Impact
Role player on historic 1970 Knicks championship team
Career Honours
- NBA Champion (1970)
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bulls | 1966–1968 | — |
| New York Knicks | 1968–1972 | — |
| Buffalo Braves | 1972–1973 | — |
| Pittsburgh Condors | 1973–1974 | — |
American Athletes