| Dennis Awtrey | |
| Height Ft: | 6 |
| Height In: | 10 |
| Weight Lb: | 235 |
| Birth Date: | 22 February 1948 |
| Birth Place: | Hollywood, Los Angeles, U.S. |
| High School: | Blackford (San Jose, California) |
| College: | Santa Clara (1967–1970) |
| Draft Year: | 1970 |
| Draft Round: | 3 |
| Draft Pick: | 46 |
| Draft Team: | Philadelphia 76ers |
| Career Start: | 1970 |
| Career End: | 1982 |
| Career Number: | 20, 21, 34 |
| Career Position: | Center |
| Years1: | – |
| Team1: | Philadelphia 76ers |
| Years2: | – |
| Team2: | Chicago Bulls |
| Years3: | – |
| Team3: | Phoenix Suns |
| Team4: | Boston Celtics |
| Team5: | Seattle SuperSonics |
| Team6: | Chicago Bulls |
| Team7: | Seattle SuperSonics |
| Team8: | Portland Trail Blazers |
| Highlights: |
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| Stat1label: | Points |
| Stat1value: | 3,516 (4.8 ppg) |
| Stat2label: | Rebounds |
| Stat2value: | 3,342 (4.6 rpg) |
| Stat3label: | Assists |
| Stat3value: | 1,467 (2.8 apg) |
Dennis Wade Awtrey (born February 22, 1948)[1] is a retired American professional basketball player. A 6'10" center from Santa Clara University, Awtrey was drafted by the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers in 1970. He played in the league for twelve seasons, spending time with the 76ers, Chicago Bulls, Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics, Seattle SuperSonics, and Portland Trail Blazers. Awtrey had his finest season in 1974–1975, when he averaged 9.9 points and 8.6 rebounds as a member of the Suns.[2] Awtrey was also known for once having punched Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the jaw.[3] [4] In 2012, Awtrey moved to Manzanita, Oregon, where he now operates a bed-and-breakfast.[5]