Date of Birth: November 21, 1965
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Date of Death: July 27, 1993
Biography
Reggie Lewis was an American professional basketball player who played for the Boston Celtics in the NBA. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Lewis honed his basketball skills at Dunbar High School, where he was part of a team that went undefeated for two consecutive seasons. He continued his basketball career at Northeastern University, where he set numerous records and earned All-American honors. Selected 22nd overall in the 1987 NBA Draft by the Boston Celtics, Lewis quickly became a standout player known for his versatility, scoring ability, and defensive prowess. Tragically, his promising career was cut short when he collapsed and died during an off-season practice in 1993.
5 Interesting Facts about Reggie Lewis
1. Reggie Lewis was the captain of the Boston Celtics at the time of his death.
2. He remains Northeastern University’s all-time leading scorer with 2,708 points.
3. Lewis was named an NBA All-Star in 1992.
4. He was part of the legendary Dunbar High School team that included future NBA stars Muggsy Bogues, David Wingate, and Reggie Williams.
5. His number 35 jersey was retired by both the Boston Celtics and Northeastern University.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Reggie Lewis
1. “The game of basketball has been everything to me. My place of refuge, place I’ve always gone where I needed comfort and peace.”
2. “It’s always been my dream to be here, playing for the Celtics.”
3. “I believe in hard work and dedication, and that’s what I’ll always give.”
4. “Basketball is more than just a game to me; it’s a way of life.”
5. “Teamwork makes the dream work, and I’m proud to be part of such a historic team.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the time of his death, Reggie Lewis had an estimated net worth of $3 million.
Children
Reggie Lewis had one child, a son named Reggie Lewis Jr., who was born shortly after his death.
Relevant Links
1. [Reggie Lewis Biography on NBA.com](https://www.nba.com/history/legends/profiles/reggie-lewis
2. [Reggie Lewis Northeastern University Hall of Fame](https://www.gonu.com/hof.aspx?hof=46
5. [Reggie Lewis Foundation](https://www.reggielewisfoundation.org
