George Mikan

Basketball player and coach, NBA pioneer

George Mikan - Basketball player and coach, NBA pioneer
Born

June 18th, 1924
101 years ago

Died

June 1st, 2005
20 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A basketball player and coach, achieved notable success in the 1940s and 1950s. Played for the Minneapolis Lakers, leading the team to five NBA championships. Revolutionized the game with his height and skill as a center. After playing, transitioned to coaching, contributing to the development of basketball.

Led Minneapolis Lakers to five NBA championships

Was the first dominant big man in NBA history

Helped establish the professional basketball league

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