Nikita Franciscus Wilson (born February 25, 1964) is a retired American professional basketball player. He was selected by the National Basketball Association's Portland Trail Blazers with the 30th overall pick in the second round of the 1987 NBA draft.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 25, 1964 Pineville, Louisiana |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) |
| Listed weight | 200 lb (91 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Leesville (Leesville, Louisiana) |
| College | LSU (1983–1987) |
| NBA draft | 1987: 2nd round, 30th overall pick |
| Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers | |
| Playing career | 1987–1996 |
| Position | Power forward |
| Number | 41 |
| Career history | |
| 1987 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| 1988 | Tau Cerámica |
| 1990–1991 | Rapid City Thrillers |
| 1992–1993 | Rochester Renegade |
| 1993 | Grand Rapids Hoops |
| 1993 | Hartford Hellcats |
| 1993–1994 | Rockford Lightning |
| 1994–1996 | Fort Wayne Fury |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Stats at NBA.com | |
| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Wilson, whose nickname is simply "Bun," played at Leesville High School in Louisiana, was a member of the 1983 Parade All-American Fourth Team for High School in the U.S. and college basketball 1983–1987 at Louisiana State University. He saw action in fifteen games for the Trail Blazers during the 1987-88 NBA season, averaging 1.3 points. He has extensive overseas experience, primarily in France.
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