Walter Davis

Title: NBA Player
Birth Date: September 9, 1954
Birth Place: Pineville, NC
Attended: University of North Carolina
Attachment: NBA

Price range: Contact PAC
Categories: Basketball, Olympics, Sports
Available for: Appearances, Endorsements, Speaking Engagements

Walter Davis’ reputation as a standout college player made him the fifth pick of the 1977 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns. His brilliant rookie campaign geared him up for an even more brilliant NBA career, playing in 81 games and averaging 24.2 points per game in his first season. For this, he won the 1978 NBA Rookie of the Year Award and earned himself a position on the All-NBA Second Team. Over his first ten seasons, Davis became part of six NBA All-Star Games.

There was a Walter Davis appearance on the USA men’s basketball team that won the gold medal at the 1976 Summer Olympics. He also played for the Denver Nuggets and Portland Trail Blazers, and has served as a scout for the Washington Wizards.

Walter Davis Speaker

Because of his reputation and success, a Walter Davis speaker appearance will excite any true basketball fan. In fact, in1994, Davis’s number 6 was retired by the Suns, and in 2004 he was enshrined in the team’s Ring of Honor.

Walter Davis Appearance

During his playing days, a Walter Davis appearance could take on many different names. He was affectionately known as “The Greyhound” for his speedy style and sleek physical appearance. Suns broadcaster Al McCoy also created many alternate nicknames for him, including “Sweet D,” “The Candyman,” and “The Man with the Velvet Touch.”

Walter Davis Endorsement

Walter Davis is still called the best pure shooter in Suns history. Davis is the Suns’ all time leading scorer with 15,666 points and is commonly recognized as the best pure shooter in the history of the franchise. Can he bring the success of his pure stroke to your company? Find out with a Walter Davis endorsement arranged by TSE Speakers.