Last Updated on October 5, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is the detailed information about Howard Komives, a former NBA player:

  • Full Name: Howard K. “Butch” Komives
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on May 9, 1941 (passed away on March 22, 2009, at the age of 67)
  • Hometown: Toledo, Ohio, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 1 inch (185 cm)
  • Weight: 185 pounds (84 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 2 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 11 (US)
  • Number: Wore jersey numbers 20, 21, and 15
  • Position: Point Guard
  • High School: Woodward High School in Toledo, Ohio
  • College: Bowling Green State University (1961–1964)
  • NBA Draft: Selected in the 2nd round (13th overall pick) in the 1964 NBA Draft by the New York Knicks
  • Teams Played For:
    • New York Knicks (1964–1968)
    • Detroit Pistons (1968–1972)
    • Buffalo Braves (1972–1973)
    • Kansas City-Omaha Kings (1973–1974)
  • Championship Rings: None in the NBA
  • Kids: Not publicly available
  • Siblings: Not publicly available

Howard “Butch” Komives was a skilled point guard known for his playmaking ability and shooting. He had an impressive college career at Bowling Green State University, where he teamed up with future Hall of Famer Nate Thurmond and led the nation in scoring in the 1963-1964 season, averaging 36.7 points per game. He was also named an All-American during his time at Bowling Green.