New Jersey Nets 1986 Road Jersey - Michael Ray Richardson

Mitchell & Ness 1985-1986 New Jersey Nets royal nylon textured mesh road throwback jersey #20 Michael Ray Richardson In 1978, the New York Knicks drafted Michael Ray Richardson out of Montana. Richardson, who was picked ahead of Indiana State’s Larry Bird, was a tall and versatile point guard. Richardson’s career began to show success during the 1984-1985 season, when he averaged a career high 20.1 points per game. Halfway into the 1985-1986 season, Richardson was kicked out of the NBA for drug use. Today, Richardson uses his past as an example to help keep kids off of drugs.