One of my other nicknames was Thomas Edison, because I invented so many moves.

He has said: "You know I watch the games and even now I never see anyone who reminds me of me the way I played. Monroe has one son Rodney. He won the NBA Rookie of the Year Award in a season in which he averaged 24.

Vernon Earl Monroe (born November 21 1944 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania) is an American former professional basketball player known for his flamboyant dribbling passing and play-making.