Last Updated on January 28, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Tom Chambers is a retired American professional basketball player renowned for his prolific scoring and athleticism during his 16-season NBA career.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Thomas Doane Chambers
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: June 21, 1959
- Place of Birth: Ogden, Utah, USA
- Height: 6 feet 10 inches (208 cm)
- Weight: 220 pounds (100 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 11 inches
- Position: Power Forward
- Jersey Numbers: 22, 24, 25
Education:
- High School: Fairview High School, Boulder, Colorado
- College: University of Utah
Professional Career:
- NBA Draft: Selected by the San Diego Clippers in the 1st round (8th overall) of the 1981 NBA Draft
- NBA Teams Played For:
- San Diego Clippers (1981–1984)
- Seattle SuperSonics (1984–1988)
- Phoenix Suns (1988–1993)
- Charlotte Hornets (1993–1994)
- Philadelphia 76ers (1994–1995)
- Utah Jazz (1995–1997)
Career Highlights:
- NBA All-Star Selections: Four-time All-Star (1987–1990)
- All-NBA Honors: Two-time All-NBA selection
- NBA All-Star Game MVP: 1987
- Career Achievements:
- Over 20,000 points scored in the NBA
- Phoenix Suns retired his #24 jersey in honor of his contributions to the team
Personal Life:
- Family: Information about Tom Chambers’ family, including children and siblings, is not widely documented.
Tom Chambers’ legacy in basketball is marked by his scoring prowess, versatility, and significant impact on the teams he played for.