A. C. Green (born October 14, 1963) is a retired American professional basketball player known for his career in the NBA. Born in Portland, Oregon, Green played as a forward and is best known for his durability and reliability on the court.
Green had a distinguished NBA career, playing for teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, and Miami Heat. He is notable for his impressive consecutive games streak, having played 1,192 straight games from 1986 to 2001, the longest such streak in NBA history.
Off the court, Green is known for his strong Christian faith and his commitment to abstinence before marriage, which he openly discussed during his career. After retiring from professional basketball, he has been involved in various charitable activities and works as a motivational speaker.
A. C. Green Quotes
“If you can control yourself sexually, you can control yourself. Period.”
— A. C. Green
“No matter how strong a condom is, it won’t protect you from a broken heart.”
— A. C. Green
“Kids are dying from causes of sexual activity. You’re not going to find a tombstone stating that Frankie died because he was a virgin.”
— A. C. Green
“Mr. Lemon-Man has inspired millions across the world through his gift. I don’t refer only to basketball, but also to his magnificent gift of caring, sharing, and loving all people. I only hope my kids would possess an ounce of the Lemon-Man’s heart, which easily radiates through that smile.”
— A. C. Green
