Jim Nolan

Basketball player and coach

Jim Nolan - Basketball player and coach
Born

June 9th, 1927
97 years ago

Died

1983
42 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball in the NBA, primarily for the Minneapolis Lakers and later for the St. Louis Hawks. After his playing career, transitioned to coaching, leading various teams at different levels. Contributed to the development of players through his coaching practices and was involved in basketball at the collegiate level.

Played for the Minneapolis Lakers

Coached at various collegiate teams

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