Memphis Rockers
The Memphis Rockers were a professional basketball franchise based in Memphis, Tennessee from 1990-1991.[1] The team played its inaugural seasons in the World Basketball League before folding.
John Starks played for the team before becoming an NBA All-Star. Other notable players:[2] Vincent Askew, Andre Turner, David Rivers, and Joe Dawson.
The Rockers played their home games at the Mid-South Coliseum.
Season by season record
| Season | GP | W | L | Pct. | GB | Finish | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 46 | 27 | 19 | .587 | 11 | 5th WBL | Won WBL First Round 2–1 Vs Illinois Express, Lost WBL Semi Finals 2–1 vs Youngstown Pride |
| 1991 | 51 | 29 | 22 | .569 | 7 | 3rd WBL Southern Division | Lost WBL First Round 2–1 Vs Florida Jades |
| Totals | 97 | 56 | 41 | .577 | – | – | – |
References
- ^ "WBL FRANCHISE CHRONOLOGY 1988 - 1992". Association for Professional Basketball Research. Retrieved 2013-09-27.
- ^ AC (2012-08-26). "1990-1991 Memphis Rockers • Fun While It Lasted". Fun While It Lasted. Retrieved 2020-11-05.