Bailey Howell
Professional basketball player, NBA star
Born
January 20th, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player achieved prominence in the NBA during the 1960s. Played for teams including the Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics. Won two NBA championships with the Celtics in 1968 and 1969. His scoring ability and rebounding skills contributed to team successes. Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1997, recognizing outstanding career achievements.
Won two NBA championships with the Boston Celtics
Selected as an NBA All-Star in 1968
Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
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