 Wilson, whose nickname is simply "Bun," played at Leesville High School in Louisiana, was a member of the 1983 Parade All-American Fourth Team for High School in the U.S. and college basketball 1983-1987 at Louisiana State University.He saw action in fifteen games for the Trail Blazers during the 1987-88 NBA season, averaging 1.3 points.He has extensive overseas experience, primarily in France.