Willis Reed
Championship Knicks (1970) · 1970
Reed's strong Defense (82) and strong Inside Scoring (82) define this era.
Trophy Case
1970, 1973
The walk-on in Game 7 of 1970 is one of the most iconic moments ever
1970, 1973
1970 (the legendary walk-on in Game 7) and 1973 with the Knicks
1970
Led the Knicks to the title — the legendary walk-on in Game 7
1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971
7 selections — 'The Captain' inspired a generation of Knicks fans
1965
Averaged 19.5/14.7 — dominant two-way center
1970
All-Star MVP in 1970 — the year of his legendary Finals walk-on
Signature Moments
The Entrance — 1970 Finals Game 7
Reed had torn his thigh muscle in Game 5 and missed Game 6. Nobody knew if he'd play in Game 7. Then he limped out of the tunnel. The crowd at Madison Square Garden erupted. The Lakers froze. Reed hit his first two shots, the Knicks won the championship, and Reed's entrance became the most iconic moment in NBA Finals history.
He could barely walk. He hit his first two shots. The Knicks won the championship. Willis Reed's entrance is the most inspirational moment in basketball history.
1970 Finals MVP — The Heart of New York
Reed won Finals MVP despite playing hurt for most of the series. He was the captain, the heart, and the soul of the 1970 Knicks — New York's first championship team. The city fell in love with his toughness.
Finals MVP on a torn muscle. Willis Reed played through pain that would have sidelined most players for weeks. New York has never forgotten.
Career Numbers
Career Games
Knee injuries shortened career after 1970 heroics
650
Career Points
12,183
Points Per Game
Career average across 650 games
18.7
Rebounds Per Game
12.9
Season Stats · Championship Knicks (1970)
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