Drexler, Dalipagic elected to Basketball Hall of Fame

0 Comments | AFP, April, 2004

SAN ANTONIO - Clyde Drexler, who won a National Basketball Association title with Houston in 1995, was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame, along with former European superstar Drazen Dalipagic.

Known as "Clyde the Glide" for his effortless driving ability, Drexler led the Portland Trail Blazers to the NBA Finals in 1990 and 1992 before winning the title with Houston.

He also starred at the University of Houston, becoming the only player in school history to accumulate 1,000 points, 900 rebounds and 300 steals and leading the Cougars to Final Four appearances in 1982 and 1983.

"To be in the same place as some of the greats in the game is an odd feeling," Drexler said.

A nine-time All-Star with Portland (1983-95) and Houston (1995-98), Drexler...