Bob Davies
Basketball player and coach for the NBL
Basketball player and coach for the NBL
1990
35 years ago — 70 years old
Athletes & Sports Figures
United States
Career spanned from the late 1930s to the mid-1950s. Played as a guard and is recognized for significant contributions to the sport. Coached teams after retirement from playing, influencing future generations of players. Achieved remarkable success in both playing and coaching roles. Served in the military during World War II before resuming basketball career.
Played for the Rochester Royals
Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
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