Louisville Legend and NBA Center Felton Spencer Dies at 55

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Mon, March 13, 2023

Former Louisville basketball star and NBA center, Felton Spencer, passed away on Sunday, as announced by the university.

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Although the specifics surrounding his death remain unknown, the basketball community mourns the loss of one of its greats.

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Spencer played for Louisville from 1986 to 1990, helping lead the Cardinals to three consecutive Metro Conference tournament victories and two Sweet 16 appearances.

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Spencer set a still-standing record during his Louisville senior year, averaging 14.9 points, 8.5 rebounds, and a remarkable 62.8% field goal percentage.

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Spencer was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves as the sixth overall pick in the 1990 NBA Draft.

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Spencer spent his first three seasons with the Timberwolves, named to the all-rookie team in his debut season with averages of 7.1 points and 7.9 rebounds per game.

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Spencer had a 12-year NBA career playing for multiple teams such as the Jazz, Magic, Warriors, Spurs, and Knicks, averaging 5.2 points and 5.4 rebounds in 604 games.

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He finished his career with an average of 5.2 points and 5.4 rebounds per game in 604 games played.

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Spencer, a native of Louisville, returned home after his playing career ended and worked as an assistant coach at Spalding University and Bellarmine University in the area.

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His contributions to the sport and to the Louisville community will be remembered by many.

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