Ac Green

A.C. Green is a distinguished NBA athlete known for his remarkable ‘Iron Man’ streak and three NBA championships, now leveraging his career to inspire with messages on health, wellness, and ethical principles. After being selected by the Los Angeles Lakers as the 23rd overall pick in the 1985 NBA draft, A.C. Green quickly established himself as a formidable presence in professional basketball.

His collegiate career at Oregon State University saw him excel, finishing second in school history in rebounding and fourth in scoring, earning an All-Pac-10 selection as a sophomore and All-America Third Team honors as a senior in 1985, averaging 19.1 points and 9.2 rebounds. Green contributed to the Los Angeles Lakers’ success early on, securing his first NBA Championship in 1987. Green continued to be a pivotal player for the Lakers, winning his second NBA Championship in 1988. His individual prowess was recognized with an NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection in 1989 and an NBA All-Star selection in 1990.

Before his retirement, Green returned to the Los Angeles Lakers, playing a crucial role in their 2000 NBA Championship victory. In 2003, his exceptional career was further recognized with an induction into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame. Beyond the court, Green demonstrated his commitment to community development by establishing the A.C. Green Youth Foundation in 1989.

In 2017, he took on the role of Director of Sports for the United Basketball Alliance of India, further extending his influence in global sports and youth development.