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Denver Nuggets #44 Jerseys: Dan Issel / Ralph Simpson & More
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Honor the legacy of Denver Nuggets legend Dan Issel with this iconic Denver Nuggets #44 jersey. This legendary number is forever associated with "The Horse," one of the greatest players in franchise history. Issel wore #44 from 1977 through 1985 after joining Denver from the Kentucky Colonels during the ABA era. A dominant scorer and rebounder, Issel became one of the foundations of the Nuggets franchise, earning NBA All-Star recognition, leading the team through the ABA-NBA transition, and ranking among the franchise leaders in points, rebounds, and games played. After retiring in 1985, his #44 jersey was officially retired by the Denver Nuggets on April 5, 1985. Inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993, Dan Issel remains one of the greatest symbols of Denver basketball history.
| Player Name | Years Active | College | High School | Honors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Issel (Horse, Danny) | 1977-1985 | Kentucky | Batavia in Batavia, Illinois | Hall of Fame; 7x All Star; 1975 ABA Champ; 5x All-ABA; 1970-71 All-Rookie; 1970-71 ROY; 1971-72 AS MVP; ABA All-Time Team |
| Ralph Simpson | 1971-1976 | Michigan State | Pershing in Detroit, Michigan | 5x All Star; 3x All-ABA |
| Willie Murrell | 1968 | Moton in Taft, Oklahoma | ||
| Willie Rogers (Willie D.) | 1969 | Oklahoma | James Madison in Dallas, Texas | |
| Ben Warley | 1970 | Tennessee State | Phelps Vocational in Washington, District of Columbia | 1x All Star |