Glen Rice Three-Time All-Star (Charlotte)
Three-time All-Star and 1997 All-Star Game MVP who starred for the Charlotte Hornets from 1995 to 1999.
Glen Anthony Rice Sr. (born May 28, 1967) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the NBA. As a small forward, Rice was a three-time NBA All-Star and made 1,559 three-point field goals during his 15-year career. He played college basketball for the Michigan Wolverines, and was selected by the Miami Heat with the fourth overall pick in the 1989 NBA draft. He won an NCAA championship in 1989 and an NBA championship in 2000.
- Tenure
- 1995–1999
Lore & Background
Rice played for the Charlotte Hornets from 1995 to 1999. He was traded to the Hornets days before the 1995–96 season in a deal that sent Alonzo Mourning to Miami. Rice led the Hornets in scoring in 1995–96 with 21.6 points per game and was named to the 1996 NBA All-Star Game. In the 1996–97 season, he averaged 26.8 points per game, third in the league, led the league in three-point shooting (47%), and earned his second straight All-Star selection. At the 1997 All-Star Game, he set records with 20 points in the third quarter and 24 points in the second half, winning All-Star Game MVP. The Hornets won 54 games in 1996–97 but were swept in the first round of the playoffs. In 1997–98, Rice averaged 22.3 points per game, was selected to his third All-Star Game, and helped the Hornets win a playoff series before losing to the Chicago Bulls. On March 10, 1999, the Hornets traded Rice to the Los Angeles Lakers.
In Their Own Story
The arena hummed with anticipation, the teal lights reflecting off the polished hardwood. Rice dribbled near the top of the key, eyes locked on the rim. The crowd held its breath as he stepped back, launching his signature fadeaway. The net swished, a perfect arc against the noise of thousands cheering for their local legend in his prime.
Reader's Guide
Rice's tenure with the Charlotte Hornets was 1995–1999. His three All-Star selections came in 1996, 1997, and 1998. The trio of Rice, Bogues, and Mourning did not define late-90s Hornets basketball because Mourning was traded before Rice joined. Rice's career-high is 56 points, not 62; he never scored 62 points in an NBA game.
Did You Know?
- Rice scored a career-high 56 points on April 20, 1995, while with the Miami Heat.
- He won the NBA All-Star Game MVP in 1997 after scoring 20 points in the third quarter.
- Rice scored 184 points in the 1989 NCAA tournament, though that total is not an official record that still stands.
- He is the father of former NBA player Glen Rice Jr.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Glen Rice during his time with the Hornets?
He served as a primary scorer and small forward for the team between 1995 and 2003. His graceful style of play made him a central figure during the franchise's late 1990s resurgence.
How many All-Star selections did Glen Rice earn?
The record lists him as a three-time All-Star, reflecting his elite status among league peers. These honors underscored his consistent excellence while wearing the teal jersey.
What was Glen Rice's signature move on the court?
Rice was best known for executing a smooth fadeaway jump shot that proved difficult to defend. This skill set allowed him to generate points efficiently from various spots on the floor.
Why is Glen Rice considered important to Hornets history?
His arrival added necessary scoring depth after the Muggsy Bogues era, pushing the team toward playoff contention at the Charlotte Coliseum. Fans remember him for capturing a specific offensive flair that drew national eyes to Charlotte.
What happened to Glen Rice after his tenure ended?
Following his final season in 2003, he retired from professional basketball as a legend. He remains celebrated for anchoring the original Hornets during their most competitive years.
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