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Father’s Day special: 10 best college basketball players to play for their dads

By Brian Kinel

Nov 20, 2019; Syracuse, NY, USA; Cornell Big Red forward Jimmy Boeheim (3) and Syracuse Orange head coach Jim Boeheim and Syracuse guard Buddy Boeheim (35) pose for a photo following a game at the Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 20, 2019; Syracuse, NY, USA; Cornell Big Red forward Jimmy Boeheim (3) and Syracuse Orange head coach Jim Boeheim and Syracuse guard Buddy Boeheim (35) pose for a photo following a game at the Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 16, 2021; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett reacts during the first half against the Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 16, 2021; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Virginia Cavaliers head coach Tony Bennett reacts during the first half against the Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Ricky and Bill Berry – San Jose State

Ricky played for his dad from 1985-1988 and lit it up. He averaged 21 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game for his career. He graduated as the all-time leading scorer in school history and was a three-time first-team All-Big West selection.

4. Tony and Dick Bennett – Wisconsin- Green Bay

Just like Bryce Drew, Tony Bennett is far more known for his coaching career, including the 2019 National Championship for Virginia, than for his play on the court. Dad, Dick was a legendary coach at Wisconsin-Green Bay and Tony was a true star. He was named First-Team All-Mid Continent Conference three times. Tony averaged 19.4 points and 5.1 assists per game for his career and graduated as the all-time leading scorer in Wisconsin-Green Bay history with 2,285 points. He also holds the NCAA career 3-point shooting percentage record at an amazing 49.7 percent.

3. Allan and Wade Houston – Tennessee

From 1989-1993 Allan Houston was one of the true stars in college basketball. He averaged more than 20 points per game each of his four seasons. He was named First-Team All-SEC an amazing four times. His 2,801 points are the most in Volunteer history.