Topic: Dallas Lauderdale

Dallas "Fort" Lauderdale is an American basketball player currently starting at center for the Ohio State Buckeyes of the Big Ten Conference. Lauderdale attended Solon High School in Solon, Ohio and led them to the Western Reserve Conference championship and an undefeated regular season as a sophomore. He also played AAU basketball for the Cleveland Titans. He was ranked as the 11th best center in the 2007 class according to Rivals.com. During his stay at The Ohio State University, Dallas got a chance to play alongside high school rival Kosta Koufos, who is currently a member of the Utah Jazz. Lauderdale's uncle, Jim Chones, was a former NBA player for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Lauderdale is known for his superb shot blocking and unorthodox free-throw motion.