In the 1983 NBA season, Sidney Moncrief played for the Milwaukee Bucks. He had a successful season, averaging 20.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.5 assists, and 1.8 steals per game. Moncrief was known for his tenacious defense and was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.
Moncrief’s play helped lead the Bucks to a 51-31 record and a berth in the playoffs. In the first round, the Bucks faced off against the Boston Celtics, who were the defending NBA champions. Despite Moncrief’s best efforts, the Bucks lost the series in four games.
Moncrief was also named to the NBA All-Star team for the second straight year. He was a key member of the Eastern Conference team, scoring 13 points and grabbing six rebounds in the game.
To put a stamp on an excellent season, Sidney was named First Team All-NBA and First Team All-Defense. Overall, Moncrief had a standout season in 1983 and cemented his reputation as one of the best two-way players in the NBA.