Clifford Ray
Basketball coach and player, NBA champion
Born
January 21st, 1949
76 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball coach and player with a significant career in the NBA. Played as a center for the Chicago Bulls, winning an NBA championship in 1975. Transitioned into coaching after retirement from playing, contributing to various teams at different levels. Also known for developing players and sharing basketball knowledge through coaching roles, including positions at the collegiate level and in the NBA.
Won NBA Championship with Chicago Bulls in 1975
Served as assistant coach for multiple teams
Coached at collegiate level
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