Bingo Smith
Basketball player with Cleveland Cavaliers

Born
February 26th, 1946
79 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional basketball player, played as a shooting guard and small forward. Played for the Cleveland Cavaliers from 1970 to 1976 and later played for the San Diego Clippers until 1980. Contributed significantly to the development of the Cavaliers during the team's early years in the NBA. After retiring from playing, transitioned into coaching and other roles in basketball.
Played for Cleveland Cavaliers
Played for San Diego Clippers
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