Elgin Baylor
Basketball player and coach, NBA legend
Born
September 16th, 1934
91 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player and coach achieved significant success in the NBA. Played as a forward for the Minneapolis Lakers and later for the Los Angeles Lakers. Excelled during the 1960s, earning 11 All-Star selections and 10 All-NBA First Team honors. Inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1977. After retiring, transitioned to coaching and served as the head coach for the New Orleans Jazz. Additionally held an executive role with the Los Angeles Clippers, contributing to the franchise's development.
11-time NBA All-Star
10-time All-NBA First Team selection
Inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame
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