Bill Blakeley

American basketball player and coach

Bill Blakeley - Athletes & Sports Figures born June 13th, 1934
Born
Died

2010
16 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball in the 1950s, primarily with the New York Knicks in the NBA. Transitioned into coaching after retirement, with a focus on developing young talent. Contributed to collegiate basketball as a coach at various universities.

Played for the New York Knicks

Coached at several colleges

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