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James Clifford "Jim" Pollard (b. July 9, 1922 in Oakland, California – d. January 22, 1993 in Stockton, California) was a former pro basketball player. He was one of the NBA's best forwards in the 50s and known for his leaping ability, earning him the nickname "The Kangaroo Kid". According to "The Official NBA Basketball Encyclopedia" (2nd ed, p. 49), Pollard would occasionally dunk from the free throw line during warmups. In 1952, players who had performed in the NBA since its inception (originally known as the BAA) selected Pollard as the best player of the period*. Pollard teamed with George Mikan and Vern Mikkelsen for the Minneapolis Lakers, forming one of the best frontcourts in basketball history. The Lakers won five NBA titles between 1949 and 1954. Pollard ended his career after seven seasons in the NBA in 1955.
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