Norm Nixon

Norm Nixon, a celebrated former professional basketball player, transitioned from an NBA star to a successful sports agent, entrepreneur, and studio analyst, maintaining strong ties to community and youth development. After being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 1977 NBA draft, Norm Nixon quickly established himself as a pivotal player during the ‘Showtime’ era, contributing to two NBA championships in 1980 and 1982. During his six seasons with the Lakers, he was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 1978 and earned his first NBA All-Star selection in 1982. He notably led the team in scoring during the 1982 playoffs, averaging 20.4 points per game.

Nixon further extended his expertise into media, serving as a radio commentator for the Clippers and a respected studio analyst for KABC-TV and Fox Sports West, where he provided insightful analysis for Lakers games. His enduring legacy in basketball was recently highlighted when his son, DeVaughn Nixon, portrayed him in the HBO series ‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty,’ showcasing his integral role in one of the NBA’s most iconic eras.