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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