Jack Haley
Basketball player and Chicago Bulls champion
Born
January 27th, 1964
61 years ago
Died
March 16th, 2015
10 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player with a professional career spanning over a decade, primarily played as a forward/center. Played for several teams in the NBA, most notably the Chicago Bulls. Was part of the Bulls team that won the NBA Championship in 1996. Transitioned to coaching after retiring from professional play.
Won NBA Championship with the Chicago Bulls in 1996
Played for the Los Angeles Lakers
Had a career spanning from 1988 to 2000
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