Wayne Sappleton
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Born | CB Llíria | November 17, 1960
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Wayne B. Sappleton (born November 17, 1960) is a Jamaican former professional
New Jersey Nets. A 6'9 forward, Sappleton was a star at Loyola University Chicago
from 1978-82.
Collegiate career
Sappleton grew up in Kingston, Jamaica where he attended Ardenne High School. He eventually moved to the U.S. to play for the
NCAA in rebounding, in 1981 and 1982.[1]
Professional career
After completing his collegiate eligibility, Sappleton was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in the 2nd round (38th pick overall) in the 1982 NBA draft, but his rights were traded to the New Jersey Nets. After a stop in Italy, Sappleton played in 33 games over the 1984-85 season. Sappleton averaged 2.9 points and 2.3 rebounds per game over his NBA career.[2]
After the NBA, Sappleton played basketball for several more clubs in Italy.
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