Offensive Game
Reliable 17+ PPG scorer who used a unique, unorthodox shooting form — nearly impossible to block — to score efficiently throughout his career. Three-time champion whose scoring efficiency was remarkable.
Career Journey
Jamaal Abdul-Lateef, better known as Jamaal Wilkes, is an American former basketball player who was a small forward in the National Basketball Association (NBA). A three-time NBA All-Star, he won four NBA championships with the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Lakers. Nicknamed "Silk", he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Offensive Game
Reliable 17+ PPG scorer who used a unique, unorthodox shooting form — nearly impossible to block — to score efficiently throughout his career. Three-time champion whose scoring efficiency was remarkable.
Defensive Game
Solid defender recognized in his era. Long and active, he contributed to winning defenses on three championship teams across two franchises.
Intangibles
Three-time NBA champion (two with the Lakers, one with Golden State) — a testament to his ability to contribute to winning teams. Understood spacing, timing, and team basketball at the highest level.
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Jamaal "Silk" Wilkes won three championships with the Lakers and played the smoothest basketball you've never heard enough about. His #52 represents what happens when talent and selflessness occupy the same jersey.
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Golden State Warriors
1974-1977
Los Angeles Lakers
1977-1985
Los Angeles Clippers
1985-1986
4x NBA Champion
1975 (GSW), 1980, 1982, 1985 (LAL)
3x NBA All-Star
1976, 1981, 1983
Rookie of the Year
1975 — with Golden State Warriors
14,644 Career Points
17.7 ppg career average
Silk
Nicknamed for his smooth, effortless playing style
Key Showtime Contributor
Averaged 22 ppg in 1980 championship run
2x All-NBA Second Team
1976, 1981
UCLA Champion
1972, 1973 NCAA titles under John Wooden
Career Earnings
~$4M
Estimated total NBA career salary
Endorsements
Business Career
Successful real estate and financial services career after basketball
Post-retirement
UCLA/Lakers Ambassador
Active in alumni and community events for both franchises
Post-retirement
Off the Court
Youth basketball mentorship
Los Angeles community programs
Did You Know?
Known as 'Silk' for his incredibly smooth playing style and effortless-looking jump shot
Won championships at every level: high school, college (2x NCAA), and pro (4x NBA)
Scored 37 points in Game 6 of the 1980 NBA Finals — the same game as Magic Johnson's legendary center performance
One of the most complete small forwards of his era, excelling on both ends
Career Honors
3x NBA All-Star
4x NBA Champion (1 GSW, 3 LAL)
1975 Rookie of the Year
Jersey #52 retired by Lakers
Basketball Hall of Fame 2012
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