Who's the GOAT Chicago native?

Who’s the GOAT Chicago native?

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12. Nick Anderson

As a native of Chicago, Nick Anderson helped place his hometown on the map when he decided to turn pro.

It all began in November of 1999 when Anderson made his NBA debut with the Orlando Magic. The experience he gained in the league early on would allow him to become a serviceable veteran for several years.

During the span of his 13-year career, Anderson averaged 14.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game. He would suit up for a number of different teams, including the Magic, Sacramento Kings and the Memphis Grizzlies. Nearly every stop in Anderson’s NBA career provided a chance to compete in the postseason where the stakes are higher.

Notable accolades include McDonald’s All-American honors, ranking among the top 20 in steals for two consecutive seasons, ranking among the top 20 in three-point field goals for five seasons, and ranking among the top 20 in three-point field goal attempts for seven seasons.

Anderson was born in Chicago. He attended high school at Simeon Vocational School in Chicago and went to college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Urbana, Illinois.

Anderson has a 0% chance of getting inducted as a player into the Hall of Fame.

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