BIOGRAPHY

Eric Riley was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He played as a center for the University of Michigan and graduated with a degree in general studies in 1993. He was selected in the second round of the 1993 NBA Draft by the Dallas Mavericks, and was then traded to the Houston Rockets. Riley also played for the Los Angeles Clippers, the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Dallas Mavericks, and the Boston Celtics, as well as in Greece for the 1996-1997 season. As a retired player, Riley started the High Rise Foundation which provides assistance to help improve academic, athletic, and social skills to urban youth.

Athletic Achievements

• In 1991, led the entire Michigan team in both rebounding and blocked shots.
• 1989 NCAA National Champion
• 1994 Houston Rockets NBA Champion