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| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 19, 1962 La Marque, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | February 1, 2025 (aged 62) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | La Marque (La Marque, Texas) |
| College | Houston (1982–1986) |
| NBA draft | 1986: 4th round, 80th overall pick |
| Drafted by | Sacramento Kings |
| Position | Guard |
| Number | 20 |
| Career history | |
| 1987–1988 | Toulouse Spacer's |
| Career highlights | |
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| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Alvin Walter Franklin (December 19, 1962 – February 1, 2025)[1] was an American college and professional basketball player. He is best known as the starting point guard for the last two Houston Cougars men's basketball Phi Slama Jama teams.[2][3]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Alvin W Franklin". Norris D Burkley Professional Services. Retrieved March 8, 2026.
- ↑ "Alvin Franklin, guard on UH's Phi Slama Jama teams, dies at 62". Houston Chronicle. February 3, 2025.
- ↑ "'Phi Slama Jama' alum revered as legendary La Marque sports figure". The Daily News. February 3, 2025.
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