Antonio Davis was one of 12 NBA players born on Oct. 31.
With over 5,000 players gracing the NBA court throughout history, it’s safe to say that at least one player was born on every single day of the year – even on leap days! As we celebrate the unique birthdays of these basketball legends, let’s take a closer look at the NBA stars born on October 31st.
Notable NBA Players Born on October 31st
Born on Halloween, these players brought their own brand of spooky skills to the court. Here are some of the most notable names:
John Lucas (1953)
The 1976 number one draft pick, John Lucas, enjoyed a 14-year NBA career. He was initially selected by the Houston Rockets and quickly made a name for himself, finishing second in Rookie of the Year voting. After a trade to the Golden State Warriors, he spent time with multiple teams, including the Washington Bullets, San Antonio Spurs, Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, and another stint with the Rockets. Throughout his career, Lucas averaged 10.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 7.0 assists, and 1.4 steals.
Antonio Davis (1968)
Antonio Davis was a valuable presence in the paint, known for his defensive prowess and rebounding skills. Drafted 45th overall in 1990, he made his NBA debut in 1993 after playing overseas. Davis averaged 10 points and 7.5 rebounds throughout his 16-year career, with his best season coming in 2000 with the Toronto Raptors, where he averaged 13.7 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks, earning his only NBA All-Star selection.
Want to See the Full List?
Curious to discover all the NBA players who share a birthday with Halloween? Here’s a complete list of players born on October 31st in chronological order:
- Jack Molinas (October 31, 1931)
- Luke Jackson (October 31, 1941)
- Yvon Joseph (October 31, 1957)
- Blue Edwards (October 31, 1965)
- Alphonso Ford (October 31, 1971)
- Clifford Rozier (October 31, 1972)
- Andre Owens (October 31, 1980)
- Steven Hunter (October 31, 1981)
- Cole Aldrich (October 31, 1988)
- Milton Doyle (October 31, 1993)