Dave Cowens
MVP Celtics (1972-73) · 1972–1973
Cowens's elite Stamina (92) and strong Defense (82) define this era.
Trophy Case
1973
Averaged 20.5/16.2 — anchor of the Celtics' resurgence
1974, 1976
Beat the Bucks (1974) and Suns (1976) with the Celtics
1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978
7 selections — undersized center who outworked everyone
1971
Co-ROY with Geoff Petrie — averaged 17/15
Signature Moments
1973 MVP — The Undersized Center
At 6'9", Cowens won MVP and led the Celtics to the best record in basketball. He outfought centers 4-5 inches taller through sheer hustle and intensity. He'd dive on the floor, sprint the full court, and crash the boards with reckless abandon.
Six-nine and he dominated centers who towered over him. Cowens proved that effort and toughness could overcome size.
Career Numbers
Career Points
13,516
Career Rebounds
10,444
Points Per Game
Career average across 766 games
17.6
Rebounds Per Game
Undersized C who out-rebounded everyone
13.6
Season Stats · MVP Celtics (1972-73)
Engine Attributes
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