Walter Clyde Frazier Jr.

Former professional basketball player, broadcaster

American Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionFormer professional basketball player, broadcaster
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth29/03/1945
Age81 years
BirthplaceAtlanta, Georgia, U.S.

Latest News about Walter Clyde Frazier Jr.

15/06/2026

Walt 'Clyde' Frazier was honored at the New York Knicks' 2026 Summer Fan Fest in Brooklyn, where he received a commemorative plaque celebrating his 50th anniversary as an NBA champion. During the event, he announced a new partnership with the Knicks to expand the 'Clyde's Kids' mentoring program, aiming to reach 5,000 additional youth across New York City by 2028.

03/04/2026

On the 56th anniversary of his first NBA championship, Walt Frazier was featured in a special documentary titled 'Clyde: The Man, The Legend, The Style,' released by the NBA Network. The film highlighted his enduring influence on basketball fashion and broadcasting, featuring interviews with current Knicks players and legendary teammates like Willis Reed and Bill Bradley.

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Bio/Wiki

Known AsWalt Frazier
NicknameClyde
Notable ForNBA Hall of Famer and two-time NBA champion with the New York Knicks

Physical Stats & More

Height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Weight200 lb (91 kg)

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeSouthern Illinois University

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
SpouseLinda Frazier
ChildrenWalt Frazier Jr., Eula Frazier

Family

FatherWalter Frazier
MotherEula Frazier

Career

NBA Teams
  • New York Knicks
  • Cleveland Cavaliers
Career Span1967–1979
Highlights
  • Won NBA championships with the New York Knicks in 1970 and 1973
  • Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1987
  • Holds the Knicks' all-time record for career assists (4,791)
  • Selected to the NBA All-Star team 7 times (1970–1976)
  • Named to the NBA All-Defensive Team 5 times (1970–1974)
  • Won the NBA All-Star Game MVP in 1975

Style Quotient

Known ForStylish fashion sense and distinctive broadcasting presence

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. The nickname 'Clyde' is widely associated with his on-court persona.
2. He was a key defender and floor general for the Knicks.
3. A foundation in his name was started in 1985 to help children through mentoring and education.
4. He was known for wearing custom-made suits and hats during games and broadcasts.
5. He co-founded the 'Clyde's Kids' mentoring program for at-risk youth.
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