Frank Selby, the former Knicks player and the only player to score 100 points in an NCAA Division I college basketball game, died Tuesday. His alma mater, Furman University,.
He was 91 years old.
Selvi died at his home in Simpsonville, South Carolina, surrounded by his family.
The Corbin, Kentucky native had a long basketball career, including a stint with the Knicks from 1958-1959.
During his lone season in orange and blue, Cervi averaged 9.8 points and 3.6 rebounds per game.
But the former No. 1 overall pick by the Baltimore Bullets is best known for his exploits during his time in college basketball.
“Frank was a mentor and friend and had a tremendous impact on Furman University basketball both as a player and a coach,” current Furman University basketball coach Bob Ritchie said in a statement. “In addition to being a great basketball player, Frank was a phenomenal person. He was one of the greatest players to ever put on the jersey and he will be deeply missed.”
Cervi was a two-time NCAA scoring champion during his four years at Furman University, averaging 32.5 points per game and scoring 40 or more points 22 times during his collegiate career.
His most memorable performance came on Feb. 13, 1954, when he scored 100 points in a 145-95 win over Newberry, setting a record that still stands today.
Furman retired his jersey number 28 and he will be inducted into the National College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2022.
“More than his accomplishments on the court, Frank’s dedication to his family is his greatest legacy,” Furman University Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Jason Donnelly said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Barbara and the entire Selby family. Frank will be truly missed, but he will always be remembered. A true Paladin legend.”
Selby went on to play nine NBA seasons with the Milwaukee/St. Louis Hawks, Knicks, Syracuse Nationals and Minneapolis/Los Angeles Lakers.
During his career, he appeared in two NBA Finals and was a two-time NBA All-Star, averaging 10.8 points and 3.7 rebounds per game.
