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Biography
Alton Lister is a retired American professional basketball player born on October 1, 1958. He played as a center and power forward and is best known for his contributions in the NBA during the 1980s. Lister attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he showcased his skills and subsequently entered the NBA draft.
During his professional career, Lister played for several teams, including the Seattle SuperSonics, Golden State Warriors, and the Milwaukee Bucks. He had notable seasons, particularly in the early 1980s, where he averaged 4.5 points and 4.8 rebounds per game in the 1981-82 season, and improved to 8.4 points and 7.1 rebounds per game in 1982-83, establishing himself as a reliable contributor on the court.
Throughout his career, Lister was recognized for his defensive abilities and rebounding prowess, which helped elevate the teams he played for. After retiring from professional basketball, he left a lasting impact on the sport, particularly as a role model for aspiring athletes and as a player who exemplified teamwork and dedication.
Quick Facts
Stats
Season Log
| Season | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997/98 | POR | 7 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 0.1 |
| 1996/97 | BOS | 53 | 1.6 | 3.2 | 0.2 |
| 1995/96 | MIL | 7 | 1.4 | 4.1 | 0.6 |
| 1994/95 | MIL | 60 | 2.8 | 3.9 | 0.2 |
| 1992/93 | GOS | 20 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 0.3 |
| 1991/92 | GOS | 26 | 3.9 | 3.5 | 0.5 |
| 1990/91 | GOS | 77 | 6.4 | 6.3 | 1.2 |
| 1989/90 | GOS | 3 | 4 | 2.7 | 0.7 |
| 1988/89 | SEA | 82 | 8 | 6.6 | 0.7 |
| 1987/88 | SEA | 82 | 5.6 | 7.6 | 0.7 |
| 1986/87 | SEA | 75 | 11.6 | 9.4 | 1.5 |
| 1985/86 | MIL | 81 | 9.8 | 7.3 | 1.2 |
| 1984/85 | MIL | 81 | 9.9 | 8 | 1.6 |
| 1983/84 | MIL | 82 | 7.6 | 7.4 | 1.3 |
| 1982/83 | MIL | 80 | 8.4 | 7.1 | 1.4 |
| 1981/82 | MIL | 80 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 1.1 |