Nba History [unofficial] | Michael Jordan-era And More (in All Airness)

Kansas State Wildcats standout and 10-year NBA veteran, Eddie Nealy.[Note: whilst mostly known as 'Ed', I refer to him throughout, as Eddie]High School: Bonner Springs, KansasEddie's father was his high school basketball coach. He describes what it was like to have his dad calling the shots. The main focus was an emphasis on developing the fundamentals of his game. This would prove vital, as Nealy's longevity at the highest level was due in no small part, to his tireless work ethic and mastery of hustle.College: Kansas State University | Years: 1978-79 - 1981-82Nealy was a two-time Academic All-American, largely recruited by two schools - Yale and Kansas State. He talks about the reasoning behind his decision to play for the Wildcats. We also chat about a major role that he played in a fantastic game, in his freshman season. He hit crucial free throws to seal victory in the closing seconds. Eddie's Wildcats made it to the NCAA Tournament, in three of his four college seasons. In 1981,