Apr 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Basketball Hall of Fame player Isiah Thomas looks on during the second half of the game between the Phoenix Suns and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Detroit Pistons Send Message To NBA Legend Isiah Thomas

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated May 2, 2025 8:03 PM ET

Isiah Thomas is one of the most talented point guards of all time.

The NBA legend spent all 13 years of his career with the Detroit Pistons.

Earlier this week, the Hall of Famer celebrated his 64th birthday.

One person who wished Thomas a happy birthday was the Pistons.

Their post had over 9,000 likes.

The Detroit Pistons wrote: "Wishing @isiahthomas a happy birthday! #DetroitBasketball birthday shoutouts presented by @cheurlin1788"

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Thomas had career averages of 19.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 9.3 assists and 1.9 steals per contest while shooting 45.2% from the field and 29.0% from the three-point range in 979 games.

During the 1985 season, he averaged a sensational 13.9 assists per contest.

Via @Ballislife: "ISIAH THOMAS

88 NBA Finals: 25 PTS in a quarter on a sprained ankle

84 Playoffs: 16 PTS in 94 seconds to force OT

44 PTS vs Stockton after being left off Dream Team

30 PTS (14/20 FG) & 20 AST vs Magic Johnson

23 PTS & 25 AST (franchise high)"

ISIAH THOMAS

88 NBA Finals: 25 PTS in a quarter on a sprained ankle

84 Playoffs: 16 PTS in 94 seconds to force OT

44 PTS vs Stockton after being left off Dream Team

30 PTS (14/20 FG) & 20 AST vs Magic Johnson

23 PTS & 25 AST (franchise high) pic.twitter.com/rHjr5ZBNP9
— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) April 30, 2025