Jack Haley

Basketball player and Chicago Bulls champion

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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