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Chuck Share: The 1950 No. 1 Pick's Brief Lakers Stint
6 Jun
Summary
- Lakers have had 506 players since their founding in 1946.
- Chuck Share was the No. 1 pick in the 1950 NBA draft.
- Share played only three games for the Lakers late in his career.
As the Los Angeles Lakers mark their 80th season since their 1946 founding, a look back at their extensive jersey history reveals 506 players have suited up for the franchise. This includes notable figures and those with brief appearances.
One such player was Chuck Share, who began his professional career after being selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 1950 NBA draft. Although drafted by the Boston Celtics, he did not play for them and eventually joined the Lakers late in his career.
Share's time with the Lakers was minimal, spanning just three games during the 1959-60 season. During these limited minutes, he contributed seven points and six rebounds. His NBA career concluded with respectable averages over nine years, but his impact on the Lakers franchise remained brief.
