Education
Jackson State University.
Jackson State University.
A forward/center from Yazoo City, Mississippi, he played collegiately for the Jackson State University and was selected by the New York Knicks in the 6th round (51st pick overall) of the 1961 National Basketball Association Draft. He played 68 games for the Knicks in the National Basketball Association from 1961 to 1963. Buckner played against Wilt Chamberlain during Chamberlain"s 100-point game on March 2, 1962.
Buckner had 33 points and 8 rebounds and shot 16/26 in that game.