Jimmy Jones
Basketball player and coach for teams
Born
January 1st, 1945
80 years ago
Died
August 2nd, 2012
12 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player emerged in the 1960s. Played for the Washington Bullets in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and had a successful career that included multiple seasons in the league. Transitioned into coaching after retiring from playing, contributing to the development of future players.
Played for the Washington Bullets
Coached at the collegiate level
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