The McNeese State Cowboys have renamed their basketball court in honor of Basketball Hall of Fame player Joe Dumars. He played four years with the college from the 1981-81 season to the 1984-85 season. Dumars was selected with the 18th overall pick by the Detroit Pistons. The University honored him with the renaming on Thursday which they have also renamed “Joe Dumars Day” at the university. The college and NBA guard was inducted as a member of the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006.
Doors open ? 3:30 PM
Make sure to get to the Legacy Center early to get yourself a one of a kind Joe Dumars shirt!#GeauxPokes pic.twitter.com/C2YA3fElRq
— McNeese Athletics (@McNeeseSports) January 5, 2023
As a member of the McNeese State Cowboys, Joe Dumars recorded 22.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. He also recorded a total of 2,607 points while shooting 46.2 percent from the field. Dumars played his college career before the three-point line was introduced at that level of basketball. As an NBA player, he was highly decorated including winning two NBA Championships in his career.
Athletic Director Heath Schroyer said the following about the decision: “Joe is by far the most accomplished basketball player to ever come out of McNeese. However, Joe is more than just an athlete. He’s a leader, a pioneer, and has accomplished so much in his professional and personal life. The naming of our court will allow future generations to know and understand the positive example Joe made to so many.”
