Andy Phillip

Basketball player and coach

Andy Phillip - Basketball player and coach
Born

March 7th, 1922
103 years ago

Died

2001
24 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player and coach involved in the sport for several decades. Played as a guard in the NBA, particularly with the Chicago Stags. Transitioned into coaching and led several teams in the ABA. Recognized for contributions to basketball both as a player and a coach.

Played for the Chicago Stags in the NBA

Coached in the ABA, including the Kentucky Colonels

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