Lamar opted to join the ABA, where he took advantage of the league's three-point line. As a rookie with the Conquistadors in 1973-74, he led the league in threes attempted (247) and made (69). After the season, he was chosen to the ABA All-Rookie team along with Swen Nater, John Williamson, Mike Green and Larry Kenon.

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