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{{short description|American basketball player}}
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{{Infobox basketball biography
{{Infobox basketball biography
| name = Warren Jabali
| name = Warren Jabali
| image = Warren Jabali.jpg
| image = Warren Jabali.jpg
| width =
| width =
| caption = Jabali as a member of the [[Washington Caps]] during the 1969–70 season.
| caption = Jabali with the [[Washington Caps]] during the 1969–70 season
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| position = [[Shooting guard]] / [[Point guard]]
| height_ft = 6
| height_ft = 6
| height_in = 2
| height_in = 2
| weight_lbs = 200
| weight_lbs = 200
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| stats_league = ABA
| team =
| team_link =
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| number = 15, 31, 12, 2
| birth_date = {{Birth date|mf=yes|1946|8|29}}
| birth_date = {{Birth date|mf=yes|1946|8|29}}
| birth_place = [[Kansas City, Kansas]]
| birth_place = [[Kansas City, Kansas]], U.S.
| death_date = {{Death date and age|2012|7|13|1946|8|29}}
| death_date = {{Death date and age|2012|7|13|1946|8|29}}
| death_place = [[Miami, Florida]]
| death_place = [[Miami, Florida]], U.S.
| nationality = American
| high_school = [[Central High School (Kansas City, Missouri)|Central]] ([[Kansas City, Missouri]])
| high_school = [[Central High School (Kansas City, Missouri)|Central]] ([[Kansas City, Missouri]])
| college = [[Wichita State Shockers men's basketball|Wichita State]] (1965–1968)
| college = [[Wichita State Shockers men's basketball|Wichita State]] (1965–1968)
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| career_start = 1968
| career_start = 1968
| career_end = 1975
| career_end = 1975
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| career_number = 15, 31, 12, 2
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| career_position = [[Shooting guard]] / [[point guard]]
| years1 = 1968–1970
| years1 = 1968–1970
| team1 = [[Virginia Squires|Oakland Oaks / Washington Caps]]
| team1 = [[Virginia Squires|Oakland Oaks / Washington Caps]]
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| team2 = [[Indiana Pacers]]
| team2 = [[Indiana Pacers]]
| years3 = 1971–1972
| years3 = 1971–1972
| team3 = [[Miami Floridians|The Floridians]]
| team3 = [[The Floridians]]
| years4 = 1972–1974
| years4 = 1972–1974
| team4 = [[Denver Nuggets|Denver Rockets]]
| team4 = [[Denver Rockets]]
| years5 = 1974–1975
| years5 = 1974–1975
| team5 = [[San Diego Sails|San Diego Conquistadors]]
| team5 = [[San Diego Conquistadors]]
| highlights =
| highlights =
* [[List of ABA champions|ABA champion]] ([[1969 ABA Playoffs|1969]])
* [[ABA champion]] ([[1969 ABA Playoffs|1969]])
* [[ABA All-Time Team]]
* 4x ABA All-Star ([[1970 ABA All-Star Game|1970]], [[1972 ABA All-Star Game|1972]], [[1973 ABA All-Star Game|1973]], [[1974 ABA All-Star Game|1974]])
* 4x [[ABA All-Star Game|ABA All-Star]] ([[1970 ABA All-Star Game|1970]], [[1972 ABA All-Star Game|1972]]–[[1974 ABA All-Star Game|1974]])
* All-ABA First Team (1973)
* All-ABA First Team (1973)
* ABA Rookie of the Year (1969)
* [[List of American Basketball Association awards and honors#ABA Rookie of the Year|ABA Rookie of the Year]] (1969)
* ABA Playoffs MVP (1969)
* [[ABA Playoffs Most Valuable Player Award]] (1969)
* ABA All-Star Game MVP ([[1973 ABA All-Star Game|1973]])
* ABA All-Star Game MVP ([[1973 ABA All-Star Game|1973]])
* 3× First-team All-[[Missouri Valley Conference|MVC]] (1966–1968)
* 3× First-team All-[[Missouri Valley Conference|MVC]] (1966–1968)
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| stats_league = ABA
| stat1label = Points
| stat1label = Points
| stat1value = 7,666 (17.1 ppg)
| stat1value = 7,666 (17.1 ppg)
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| stat3label = Assists
| stat3label = Assists
| stat3value = 2,389 (5.3 apg)
| stat3value = 2,389 (5.3 apg)
| letter = j
| bbr = jabalwa01
| bbr = jabalwa01
}}
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'''Warren Jabali''' (August 29, 1946 – July 13, 2012) was an American [[basketball]] player. He played professionally in the [[American Basketball Association]] (ABA) from 1968 to 1975.
'''Warren Jabali''' (born '''Warren Edward Armstrong'''; August 29, 1946 – July 13, 2012) was an American [[basketball]] player. He played professionally in the [[American Basketball Association]] (ABA) from 1968 to 1975.


==Early career==
==Early career==
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Jabali changed his name while attending [[Wichita State University]] to reflect his African roots. The name does not have any religious connotations as it is a [[Swahili language|Swahili]] word for "rock." A skilled defender and rebounder and a remarkable leaper, the 6'2" Jabali was reported to be able to touch a ten-foot high basketball rim with his forehead.<ref name="ethicsofchoice.org">{{cite web |url=http://www.ethicsofchoice.com/GaWJ.html |title=Warren Jabali Tribute |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140313090616/http://www.ethicsofchoice.com/GaWJ.html |archive-date=March 13, 2014 |website=Ethics of Choice |access-date=August 22, 2015}}</ref> Although Wichita State, and the [[Missouri Valley Conference]] in general, supplied many pro players of the era, he did not receive much attention from the [[National Basketball Association]] (NBA). He was drafted by the [[New York Knicks]] in the 4th round (8th pick, 44th overall) of the [[1968 NBA draft]]; he signed instead with the [[Oakland Oaks (ABA)|Oakland Oaks]] of the rival ABA, who selected him in the 1968 ABA Draft.<ref>[https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jabalwa01.html BasketballReference.com Warren Jabali page]</ref>

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Born '''Warren Edward Armstrong''', Jabali changed his name while attending [[Wichita State University]] to reflect his [[Africa]]n roots. The name does not have any religious connotations as it is a [[Swahili language|Swahili]] word for "rock." A skilled defender and rebounder and a remarkable leaper, the 6'2" Jabali was reported to be able to touch a ten-foot high basketball rim with his forehead.<ref name="ethicsofchoice.org">{{cite web |url=http://www.ethicsofchoice.com/GaWJ.html |title=Warren Jabali Tribute |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20140313090616/http://www.ethicsofchoice.com/GaWJ.html |archivedate=March 13, 2014 |website=Ethics of Choice |accessdate=August 22, 2015}}</ref> Although Wichita State, and the Missouri Valley Conference in general, supplied many pro players of the era, he did not receive much attention from the [[National Basketball Association]] (NBA). He was drafted by the [[New York Knicks]] in the 4th round (8th pick, 44th overall) of the [[1968 NBA Draft]]; he signed instead with the [[Oakland Oaks (ABA)|Oakland Oaks]] of the rival ABA, who selected him in the 1968 ABA Draft.<ref>[http://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jabalwa01.html BasketballReference.com Warren Jabali page]</ref>


==ABA career==
==ABA career==
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In his first season in the ABA, he won Rookie of the Year honors, prompting teammate [[Rick Barry]] to comment, "No doubt he's one of the best guards I've ever played with—or against".<ref name="ethicsofchoice.org" /> Later that season, Jabali averaged 33.2 points against the [[Indiana Pacers]] in the [[1969 ABA Finals]] and was named Playoffs MVP.
In his first season in the ABA, he won Rookie of the Year honors, prompting teammate [[Rick Barry]] to comment, "No doubt he's one of the best guards I've ever played with—or against".<ref name="ethicsofchoice.org" /> Later that season, Jabali averaged 33.2 points against the [[Indiana Pacers]] in the [[1969 ABA Finals]] and was named Playoffs MVP.


As one of the bigger guards in the American Basketball Association, Warren Jabali muscled his way through seven straight seasons of double-digit scoring, including 1968–69, when his average of 21.5 points per game earned him ABA Rookie of the Year honors. That season Jabali's efforts helped bring an ABA Championship to the [[Oakland Oaks (ABA)|Oakland Oaks]], a team that also featured [[Rick Barry]], [[Larry Brown (basketball)|Larry Brown]], and [[Doug Moe]].
As one of the most physically gifted guards in the [[American Basketball Association]], Warren Jabali muscled his way through seven straight seasons of double-digit scoring, including 1968–69, when his average of 21.5 points per game earned him ABA Rookie of the Year honors. That season Jabali's efforts helped bring an ABA Championship to the [[Oakland Oaks (ABA)|Oakland Oaks]], a team that also featured [[Rick Barry]], [[Larry Brown (basketball)|Larry Brown]], and [[Doug Moe]].


Jabali became an instant star after coming into the league from [[Wichita State University]]. Although Barry, the Oaks' biggest attraction, won the league scoring title in 1968–69, he was only able to play in 35 games because of a severe knee ligament injury. It was Jabali, an immediate starter, who gave Coach [[Alex Hannum]] the extra scoring punch needed in Barry's absence.
Jabali became an instant star after coming into the league from [[Wichita State University]]. Although Barry, the Oaks' biggest attraction, won the league scoring title in 1968–69, he was only able to play in 35 games because of a severe knee ligament injury. It was Jabali, an immediate starter, who gave Coach [[Alex Hannum]] the extra scoring punch needed in Barry's absence.
With Jabali aboard and Barry helping for part of the season, the Oaks recorded a stunning 38-game turnaround to post a league-best 60-18 record. In the playoffs they went 12-4 on the way to claiming the ABA Championship. A year later at midseason, with the team playing as the [[Washington Caps]], an injury sidelined Jabali. Hurt shortly after playing in his first of four ABA All-Star Games, he was carrying an average of 22.8 points per game at the time.
With Jabali aboard and Barry helping for part of the season, the Oaks recorded a stunning 38-game turnaround to post a league-best 60–18 record. In the playoffs, they went 12–4 on the way to claiming the ABA Championship. A year later at midseason, with the team playing as the [[Washington Caps]], an injury sidelined Jabali. Hurt shortly after playing in his first of four ABA All-Star Games, he was carrying an average of 22.8 points per game at the time.


Jabali made a comeback, although his final five years were spent with four different teams. In his first season back, 1970–71, he was traded from the [[Kentucky Colonels]] to the [[Indiana Pacers]] on October 13, 1970 in exchange for a first round draft choice and cash.<ref>[http://www.remembertheaba.com/TeamMaterial/IndianaMaterial/PacersYearly.html RememberTheABA.com Indiana Pacers Year to Year Notes page]</ref> Jabali saw action in 62 games with the Pacers. It was with the Pacers that Jabali started pulling the trigger from three-point land; he did it 163 times that year, making 47 treys.
Jabali made a comeback, although his final five years were spent with four teams. In his first season back, 1970–71, he was traded from the [[Kentucky Colonels]] to the [[Indiana Pacers]] on October 13, 1970, in exchange for a first-round draft choice and cash.<ref>[http://www.remembertheaba.com/TeamMaterial/IndianaMaterial/PacersYearly.html RememberTheABA.com Indiana Pacers Year to Year Notes page]</ref> Jabali saw action in 62 games with the Pacers. It was with the Pacers that Jabali started pulling the trigger from three-point land; he did it 163 times that year, making 47 treys.


He had a big year with the [[The Floridians|Florida Floridians]] the following season, averaging 19.9 points and hitting 102 of his 286 three-point attempts, among the most in the league. When the Miami-based franchise folded, Jabali moved to the [[Denver Rockets]] (later the [[Denver Nuggets]]). During his first campaign with the Rockets, Jabali's 16-point effort in the [[1973 ABA All-Star Game]] keyed the West's come-from-behind victory and earned him Most Valuable Player honors. That game is often referred to as the Jabali's Jamboree.
He had a big year with the [[The Floridians|Florida Floridians]] the following season, averaging 19.9 points and hitting 102 of his 286 three-point attempts, among the most in the league. When the Miami-based franchise folded, Jabali moved to the [[Denver Rockets]] (later the [[Denver Nuggets]]). During his first campaign with the Rockets, Jabali's 16-point effort in the [[1973 ABA All-Star Game]] keyed the West's come-from-behind victory and earned him Most Valuable Player honors. That game is often referred to as the Jabali's Jamboree.
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After one more season in Denver and another with the [[San Diego Conquistadors]], Jabali retired in 1975, at age 28.
After one more season in Denver and another with the [[San Diego Conquistadors]], Jabali retired in 1975, at age 28.


In his seven-year professional career, Jabali played for the [[Oakland Oaks (ABA)|Oakland Oaks]], [[Virginia Squires|Washington Capitals]], the Indiana Pacers, [[The Floridians]], the [[Denver Nuggets|Denver Rockets]], and the [[San Diego Conquistadors]]. While playing for the Rockets in 1973, he was named the All-Star Game MVP and was named to the All-ABA First Team after averaging 17.0 points, 6.6 assists, and 5.2 rebounds. [[Knee]] problems would soon limit his effectiveness, however, and he retired in 1975, having achieved career averages of 17.1 points, 5.3 assists, and 6.7 rebounds.
In his seven-year professional career, Jabali played for the [[Oakland Oaks (ABA)|Oakland Oaks]], [[Virginia Squires|Washington Capitals]], the Indiana Pacers, [[The Floridians]], the [[Denver Rockets]], and the [[San Diego Conquistadors]]. While playing for the Rockets in 1973, he was named the All-Star Game MVP and was named to the All-ABA First Team after averaging 17.0 points, 6.6 assists, and 5.2 rebounds. [[Knee]] problems would soon limit his effectiveness, however, and he retired in 1975, having achieved career averages of 17.1 points, 5.3 assists, and 6.7 rebounds.


Warren Jabali died on July 13, 2012.<ref>{{cite web| title = KC high school basketball legend Warren Jabali dies at 65 | publisher = Kansas City Star | year = 2012 | url =http://www.kansascity.com/2012/07/13/3704314/kc-high-school-basketball-legend.html | accessdate = July 15, 2012}}</ref>
Warren Jabali died on July 13, 2012.<ref>{{cite web| title = KC high school basketball legend Warren Jabali dies at 65 | work=Kansas City Star | year = 2012 | url = http://www.kansas.com/sports/college/wichita-state/article1095521.html | access-date = July 15, 2012}}</ref>


==ABA career statistics==
==ABA career statistics==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[http://basketball-reference.com/players/j/jabalwa01.html Career stats] at basketball-reference.com
*[https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jabalwa01.html Career stats] at basketball-reference.com
*[http://www.remembertheaba.com/TributeMaterial/Jabali.html Warren Jabali] at Remember the ABA
*[http://www.remembertheaba.com/TributeMaterial/Jabali.html Warren Jabali] at Remember the ABA
*[http://www.hoopshype.com/articles/jabali_friedman.htm Warren Jabali in His Own Words] at HoopsHype.com
*[http://www.hoopshype.com/articles/jabali_friedman.htm Warren Jabali in His Own Words] at HoopsHype.com
* [http://cincodays.com/2014/03/11/aba-legends-warren-jabali/ Datos y curiosidades sobre Warren Jabali en espanol]


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Latest revision as of 18:55, 6 November 2024

Warren Jabali
Jabali with the Washington Caps during the 1969–70 season
Personal information
Born(1946-08-29)August 29, 1946
Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.
DiedJuly 13, 2012(2012-07-13) (aged 65)
Miami, Florida, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight200 lb (91 kg)
Career information
High schoolCentral (Kansas City, Missouri)
CollegeWichita State (1965–1968)
NBA draft1968: 4th round, 44th overall pick
Selected by the New York Knicks
Playing career1968–1975
PositionShooting guard / point guard
Number15, 31, 12, 2
Career history
1968–1970Oakland Oaks / Washington Caps
1970–1971Indiana Pacers
1971–1972The Floridians
1972–1974Denver Rockets
1974–1975San Diego Conquistadors
Career highlights and awards
Career ABA statistics
Points7,666 (17.1 ppg)
Rebounds2,985 (6.7 rpg)
Assists2,389 (5.3 apg)
Stats at Basketball Reference

Warren Jabali (born Warren Edward Armstrong; August 29, 1946 – July 13, 2012) was an American basketball player. He played professionally in the American Basketball Association (ABA) from 1968 to 1975.

Early career

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Jabali changed his name while attending Wichita State University to reflect his African roots. The name does not have any religious connotations as it is a Swahili word for "rock." A skilled defender and rebounder and a remarkable leaper, the 6'2" Jabali was reported to be able to touch a ten-foot high basketball rim with his forehead.[1] Although Wichita State, and the Missouri Valley Conference in general, supplied many pro players of the era, he did not receive much attention from the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was drafted by the New York Knicks in the 4th round (8th pick, 44th overall) of the 1968 NBA draft; he signed instead with the Oakland Oaks of the rival ABA, who selected him in the 1968 ABA Draft.[2]

ABA career

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In his first season in the ABA, he won Rookie of the Year honors, prompting teammate Rick Barry to comment, "No doubt he's one of the best guards I've ever played with—or against".[1] Later that season, Jabali averaged 33.2 points against the Indiana Pacers in the 1969 ABA Finals and was named Playoffs MVP.

As one of the most physically gifted guards in the American Basketball Association, Warren Jabali muscled his way through seven straight seasons of double-digit scoring, including 1968–69, when his average of 21.5 points per game earned him ABA Rookie of the Year honors. That season Jabali's efforts helped bring an ABA Championship to the Oakland Oaks, a team that also featured Rick Barry, Larry Brown, and Doug Moe.

Jabali became an instant star after coming into the league from Wichita State University. Although Barry, the Oaks' biggest attraction, won the league scoring title in 1968–69, he was only able to play in 35 games because of a severe knee ligament injury. It was Jabali, an immediate starter, who gave Coach Alex Hannum the extra scoring punch needed in Barry's absence. With Jabali aboard and Barry helping for part of the season, the Oaks recorded a stunning 38-game turnaround to post a league-best 60–18 record. In the playoffs, they went 12–4 on the way to claiming the ABA Championship. A year later at midseason, with the team playing as the Washington Caps, an injury sidelined Jabali. Hurt shortly after playing in his first of four ABA All-Star Games, he was carrying an average of 22.8 points per game at the time.

Jabali made a comeback, although his final five years were spent with four teams. In his first season back, 1970–71, he was traded from the Kentucky Colonels to the Indiana Pacers on October 13, 1970, in exchange for a first-round draft choice and cash.[3] Jabali saw action in 62 games with the Pacers. It was with the Pacers that Jabali started pulling the trigger from three-point land; he did it 163 times that year, making 47 treys.

He had a big year with the Florida Floridians the following season, averaging 19.9 points and hitting 102 of his 286 three-point attempts, among the most in the league. When the Miami-based franchise folded, Jabali moved to the Denver Rockets (later the Denver Nuggets). During his first campaign with the Rockets, Jabali's 16-point effort in the 1973 ABA All-Star Game keyed the West's come-from-behind victory and earned him Most Valuable Player honors. That game is often referred to as the Jabali's Jamboree.

After one more season in Denver and another with the San Diego Conquistadors, Jabali retired in 1975, at age 28.

In his seven-year professional career, Jabali played for the Oakland Oaks, Washington Capitals, the Indiana Pacers, The Floridians, the Denver Rockets, and the San Diego Conquistadors. While playing for the Rockets in 1973, he was named the All-Star Game MVP and was named to the All-ABA First Team after averaging 17.0 points, 6.6 assists, and 5.2 rebounds. Knee problems would soon limit his effectiveness, however, and he retired in 1975, having achieved career averages of 17.1 points, 5.3 assists, and 6.7 rebounds.

Warren Jabali died on July 13, 2012.[4]

ABA career statistics

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high
† Denotes seasons in which Jabali won an ABA championship

Regular season

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
1968–69 Oakland 71 ... 35.8 .449 .250 .684 9.7 3.5 ... ... 21.5
1969–70 Washington 40 ... 37.8 .445 .306 .717 10.4 4.3 ... ... 22.8
1970–71 Indiana 62 ... 25.6 .410 .288 .761 4.8 3.5 ... ... 11.0
1971–72 Miami 81 ... 40.9 .436 .358 .756 8.1 6.1 ... ... 19.9
1972–73 Denver 82 ... 33.4 .453 .257 .805 5.2 6.6 2.1 ... 17.0
1973–74 Denver 49 ... 34.9 .391 .366 .803 5.0 7.3 2.0 .2 15.9
1974–75 San Diego 62 ... 30.0 .392 .321 .789 4.1 5.8 1.8 .3 12.1
Career 447 ... 34.1 .431 .319 .756 6.7 5.3 2.0 .3 17.1

Playoffs

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
1968–69 Oakland 16 ... 41.4 .460 .176 .668 12.9 2.9 ... ... 28.8
1970–71 Indiana 11 ... 22.7 .302 .107 .806 3.6 3.0 ... ... 7.8
1971–72 Miami 4 ... 42.8 .373 .333 .788 13.0 5.5 ... ... 18.8
1972–73 Denver 5 ... 25.2 .333 .000 .750 1.4 2.8 ... ... 6.0
Career 36 ... 33.6 .415 .167 .702 8.5 3.2 ... ... 18.1

References

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  1. ^ a b "Warren Jabali Tribute". Ethics of Choice. Archived from the original on March 13, 2014. Retrieved August 22, 2015.
  2. ^ BasketballReference.com Warren Jabali page
  3. ^ RememberTheABA.com Indiana Pacers Year to Year Notes page
  4. ^ "KC high school basketball legend Warren Jabali dies at 65". Kansas City Star. 2012. Retrieved July 15, 2012.
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