A former Michigan State University point guard who played professionally overseas and in the NBA G League, known for his athleticism and scoring ability.
Keith Appling is a former American professional basketball player, renowned for his exceptional skills on the court, particularly during his college years at Michigan State University, where he led the Spartans to several accolades, including the Big Ten regular season and tournament championship.
Born on February 13, 1992, in Detroit, Michigan, Appling's passion for basketball was evident from an early age. He played high school basketball at Pershing High School in Detroit, where he excelled as a junior, leading his team to win the Michigan High School Athletic Association Class A Basketball Championship in 2009. During the title game, he set a MHSAA Championship Game record by scoring 49 points, surpassing the previous record of 47 established by Antoine Joubert in 1983.
Appling's impressive high school performance earned him a spot at Michigan State University, where he played college basketball from 2010 to 2014. As a freshman, he averaged 6.4 points and 2.8 rebounds per game, shooting over 41% from three-point range. In his sophomore year, he averaged 11.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game, earning All-Big Ten third-team honors.
In his junior year, Appling started every game and led the Spartans in scoring with 13.4 points per game and assists with 3.3 per game, earning All-Big Ten second-team honors. In his senior year, he averaged 11.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game.
Although Appling went undrafted in the 2014 NBA draft, he joined the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2014 NBA Summer League. He then signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on September 23, 2014, but was later waived on October 20. Appling was acquired by the Los Angeles D-Fenders in November 2014, but eventually parted ways with the team.
In 2016, Appling appeared sporadically for the Orlando Magic before being waived. Despite the setbacks, Appling's resilience and determination to pursue his basketball dreams remained unwavering.
Throughout his college and professional career, Appling demonstrated exceptional skills, including his ability to score, pass, and lead his teams to victories. His achievements at Michigan State University have inspired numerous young basketball players, solidifying his legacy in the world of college basketball.
Appling's story serves as a testament to the importance of perseverance and hard work in overcoming obstacles. Despite facing challenges in his professional career, he remains an inspiration to many, and his contributions to the sport of basketball continue to be felt.
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