Filed House Resolution R

Introduced Version

HOUSE

RESOLUTION No. ___

Introduced by: Borders

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A RESOLUTION honoring Kurt Rambis.

Whereas, Kurt Rambis was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, on February 25, 1958;

Whereas, Kurt Rambis has enjoyed a long and successful basketball career as both a player and an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers;

Whereas, Kurt Rambis began his NBA career with the New York Knicks in 1980;

Whereas, During his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kurt Rambis played in four NBA championships in 1982, 1985, 1987, and 1988;

Whereas, In addition to the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks, Kurt Rambis also played for the Charlotte Hornets, the Phoenix Suns, and the Sacramento Kings;

Whereas, During his career, Kurt Rambis scored 5,322 points and had 5,725 rebounds, 1,050 assists, and 524 blocks;

Whereas, Kurt Rambis is tied for third all-time in playoff field goal percentage (.574);

Whereas, Kurt Rambis is the all-time leading scorer in the history of Santa Clara basketball with 1,725 points and had his number retired at Cupertino High School; and

Whereas, Kurt Rambis worked hard to achieve a successful NBA career both as a player and a coach and serves as an outstanding example for today's youth: Therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the

General Assembly of the State of Indiana:

SECTION 1. That the Indiana House of Representatives acknowledges the accomplishments of Kurt Rambis. He has brought countless hours of enjoyment to basketball fans throughout the world.
SECTION 2. That the Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives shall transmit a copy of this resolution to Kurt Rambis.