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Gerald Paddio, UNLV Legend, Dies at 60
6 Apr
Summary
- UNLV star Gerald Paddio died in a single-car crash.
- He played for five NBA teams after his college career.
- Paddio was a key player in UNLV's 1987 Elite Eight run.
Former UNLV Runnin' Rebels standout Gerald Paddio has died at the age of 60. His life concluded on April 4 following a tragic single-car accident on a rural highway in Louisiana, near his hometown of Rayne.
Paddio was a memorable player for UNLV, averaging 13.1 points during the 1986-87 season. He was instrumental in the team's Elite Eight victory against Iowa, where he sank four second-half three-pointers, fueling a significant comeback.
Following his college success, Paddio embarked on a professional basketball career. He was drafted by the Boston Celtics and went on to play for five NBA teams, including the Cleveland Cavaliers and Seattle SuperSonics, accumulating 129 games in the league.
Before concluding his extensive playing career, Paddio also played internationally in numerous countries. His contributions to UNLV basketball remain a significant part of the program's history.
