Albert King (born December 17, 1959 in Brooklyn, New York) is an American former professional basketball player who was selected by the New Jersey Nets in the 1st round (10th overall) of the 1981 NBA Draft. A 6'6" guard-forward from the University of Maryland, King played in nine NBA seasons for four different teams. He played for the Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, San Antonio Spurs and Washington Bullets.