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Pervis Ellison

American basketball player · United States · On the map · Basketball Players · Born 1967 · age 59

Pervis Ellison is an American former National Basketball Association (NBA) player. Nicknamed "Never Nervous Pervis" for his clutch play with the University of Louisville, after leading Louisville to a national championship, Ellison was the first overall pick in the 1989 NBA Draft.

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Career 4

ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Washington Wizards1990-1994
Louisville Cardinals men's basketball1985-1989
Boston Celtics
Seattle SuperSonics

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Awards

NBA Most Improved Player Award1992

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His professional career was largely hindered by injuries, though he won the NBA Most Improved Player Award in 1992.

Country
United States
Category
Basketball Players
Type
Basketball Player
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1967 · age 59