Mike Niles

Michael Donnell Niles (born March 31, 1955) is an American former professional basketball player.[1] He was selected in the 1979 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers, although he played for the Phoenix Suns in 44 games during the 1980–81 season.[1] Niles scored 115 points in his NBA career.[1] He also played for the Lancaster Red Roses of the Continental Basketball Association after his stint with the Suns.[2]

Mike Niles
Personal information
Born (1955-03-31) March 31, 1955
Los Angeles, California
NationalityAmerican
Listed height6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Listed weight225 lb (102 kg)
Career information
High schoolJefferson (Los Angeles, California)
CollegeCal State Fullerton (1976–1979)
NBA draft1979: 4th round, 83rd overall pick
Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
PositionSmall forward
Number40
Career history
1980–1981Phoenix Suns
Stats  at NBA.com
Stats at Basketball-Reference.com

On January 24, 1989, Niles was convicted of killing his wife.[2]

References

  1. Mike Niles NBA stats. basketball-reference.com. Retrieved on August 20, 2014.
  2. "Ex-Fullerton Forward Is Convicted of Murder". Los Angeles Times. January 25, 1989. Retrieved August 20, 2014.


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