Last Updated on April 3, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information about Freddie Crawford:

  • Full Name: Frederick Russell Crawford
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born January 23, 1941
  • Hometown: New York City, New York
  • Height: 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m)
  • Weight: 190 lbs (86 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 5 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Number: Wore jersey numbers 15, 11, and 14 during his NBA career
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • High School: Boys High School (Brooklyn, New York)
  • College: St. Bonaventure University (1960–1964)
  • NBA Draft: 1964, Round 4, Pick 31 by the New York Knicks
  • Teams Played For:
    • New York Knicks (1967–1968)
    • Los Angeles Lakers (1968)
    • Milwaukee Bucks (1968–1969)
    • Buffalo Braves (1970)
    • Philadelphia 76ers (1970–1971)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Specific details about children are not widely disclosed
  • Siblings: Information about siblings is not publicly available

Freddie Crawford’s player archetype was that of a scoring combo guard — a lean, shot-making backcourt player who could function on or off the ball and add secondary playmaking without being the centerpiece of an offense. Offensively, he fit best as a complementary scorer, using his jumper, straight-line drives, and general backcourt polish to support stronger primary options, while defensively he projected more as a serviceable perimeter defender than a true stopper. At 6-foot-4 and 189 pounds, Crawford had good size for a guard in his era, and that frame helped him play either guard spot depending on lineup needs. His broader play style was built on scoring instincts, versatility, and adaptability, which also showed up in college where he was a prolific producer before settling into an NBA role as a useful rotational guard. (NBA)

Fun Facts

  • Freddie Crawford had a relatively brief NBA career, primarily playing a reserve role as a reliable scorer and defender.
  • He was known for his versatility on the court, capable of playing both guard and forward positions.
  • Crawford made significant contributions at St. Bonaventure, where he was a standout player before joining the NBA.
  • Although not a star, Crawford played during a transformative era of the NBA and contributed to teams during their foundational years.

Sources:

NBA.com — Freddie Crawford
Basketball-Reference — Freddie Crawford Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
St. Bonaventure Athletics — St. Bonaventure Basketball Centennial Season All-Time Team Announced