Jim Nolan
Basketball player and coach
Born
June 9th, 1927
98 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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