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His first contract, with the Atlanta Hawks in 1970, was for $1.6 million. He played for ten years and never signed a contract for less than a million a year.
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∙ 15y ago
No, Pete Maravich never signed a million dollar contract during his playing career. He played in the NBA from 1970 to 1980, a time when player salaries were much lower compared to today's NBA. At the peak of his career, Maravich was earning around $300,000 per season.
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How old is pistol pete?
Peter Press "Pistol Pete" Maravich was born June 22, 1947 and died January 5, 1988.
How did Pete Maravich get his nickname?
I don't know.. i think because of his jump shot
Why is Pete Maravich known as Pistol?
Learning basketball from his Serbian immigrant father, Petar Maravich, who became a coach, Pete Maravich, is widely considered the best ball handler of all time. He gained his nickname from his style of shooting the ball from his side, as if he were shooting a revolver.
When did Pistol Pete Maravich wear a red uniform that just had Hawks on the front and Pistol on the back?
1972-73 season through 1973-74 season, Road uniform
What 2 players led the NCAA in scoring and also the NBA?
Oscar Robertson, Rick Barry and 'Pistol' Pete Maravich.
What nicknames did Peter Maravich go by?
Peter Maravich went by Pistol Pete.
First million dollar contract in sports?
I think it was Wilt Chamberlain, but I'm not sure. It was Moses Mallone who got the first 1 Million dollar contract for a year. I believe Pistol Pete got a Million Dollar contract over multiple years.
Which basketball player was nicknamed pistol?
Pete Maravich
Which 19791980 Celtic player was nicknamed Pistol?
Pete Maravich.
What are the release dates for Pistol Pete The Life and Times of Pete Maravich - 2001 TV?
Pistol Pete The Life and Times of Pete Maravich - 2001 TV was released on: USA: 1 April 2001
What sport was Pete Maravich associated with?
Pistol Pete played b-ball
Who is Maravich of the NBA?
"Pistol" Pete Maravich played 10 years in the NBA and is still the all-time leading scorer in D1 College Basketball History.
Is pistol pete better than Michael Jordan?
no, Pete Maravich sucked. RIP
How old is pistol pete?
Peter Press "Pistol Pete" Maravich was born June 22, 1947 and died January 5, 1988.
How did Pete Maravich get his nickname?
I don't know.. i think because of his jump shot
What University did Shaquille O'Neal and 'Pistol' Pete Maravich play for?
Louisiana State University (LSU).
Why is Pete Maravich known as Pistol?
Learning basketball from his Serbian immigrant father, Petar Maravich, who became a coach, Pete Maravich, is widely considered the best ball handler of all time. He gained his nickname from his style of shooting the ball from his side, as if he were shooting a revolver.
