Bob Donham

American basketball player and coach

Bob Donham - Athletes & Sports Figures born 1926
Born

1926
100 years ago

Died
Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball at the University of Oregon before joining the professional ranks. Played for the Boston Celtics in the NBA, winning the 1957 NBA Championship. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, contributing to the development of young players and sharing extensive knowledge of the game.

Won the 1957 NBA Championship with the Boston Celtics

Coached basketball at various collegiate levels

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