A pair of rookies named Smith gave Buffalo fans reason for a bright future. The Braves repeated their 22âÂÂ60 record from their inaugural season, and occupied the Atlantic Division basement. Elmore Smith and Randy Smith each had out standing rookie seasons with Elmore averaging 17.3 points per game and 15.2 rebounds per game, while Randy added 13.4 points per game.
Note: GP= Games played; MPG = Minutes per game; FG% = Field goal percentage; FT% = Free throw percentage; RPG = Rebounds per game; APG = Assists per game; PPG = Points per game
The Braves were involved in the following transactions during the 1971âÂÂ72 season.