Okay, so I was digging into some old-school NBA stuff today, and I got stuck on Jack Sikma. You know, the guy with the unforgettable hair and that killer move? I just had to dive deeper into his stats.
Start the Search
First things first, I started googling “Jack Sikma stats.” Just a simple search, nothing fancy. I found a bunch of websites that listed his career averages and season-by-season numbers. It was pretty cool to see how consistent he was throughout his career.
Get the Basic Stats
I jotted down his basic stats from a few different sources. Turns out, the guy played for 14 seasons, split between the SuperSonics and the Bucks. He was averaging 15.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. Not too shabby, right?
Learn About the “Sikma Move”
While I was at it, I read up on his signature move, the “Sikma move.” It was this crazy reverse pivot and step-back jumper that he took from behind his head. Apparently, it was pretty much unguardable. I can just picture defenders being like, “What just happened?”
Get More Detailed Stats
- Next, I wanted to see if I could find his stats for each season. I hit up some more NBA stats websites and found complete breakdowns of his points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks for every year he played.
- I even found a site that showed his stats against each opponent. Talk about getting into the weeds!
Compile Everything
I spent a good chunk of time compiling all this info. I made a simple spreadsheet to keep track of everything. It was pretty satisfying to see all his numbers laid out like that.
Share With Friends
Of course, I had to share my findings with some of my buddies who are also into basketball. We had a good chat about Sikma’s career and how he’d stack up against players today. It’s always fun to geek out about this stuff with friends.
Conclusion
So, that was my little adventure into Jack Sikma’s stats today. It was a fun trip down memory lane, and I learned a lot about a player I didn’t know much about before. Plus, I got to practice my data-gathering skills, which is always a bonus!
