William Bedford

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William Bedford (born December 14, 1963, in Memphis, Tennessee) is a retired American professional basketball player who was selected by the Phoenix Suns in the 1st round (6th overall) of the 1986 NBA Draft after playing at the University of Memphis (then known as Memphis State). Bedford, a 7'0" center, played for the Suns, Detroit Pistons and the San Antonio Spurs in 6 NBA seasons averaging 4.1 points and 2.4 rebounds per game in his career. Originally projected as a star player, Bedford's NBA career was a disappointment as he succumbed to drug use, never reaching his full potential.[1]

As of 2008, Bedford is serving time in a Fort Worth, Texas prison for marijuana possession scheduled for release in 2013.[2]

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  1. ^ ESPN.com - GEN - Bedford: 'People don't think about the consequences'
  2. ^ Team tragedy: '85 Tigers had talent, but troubles haunt them, Commercial Appeal, April 3, 2008

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