Max Zaslofsky

Basketball player and coach

Max Zaslofsky - Basketball player and coach
Born

December 7th, 1925
99 years ago

Died

1985
40 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1946 to 1955, representing teams such as the New York Knicks and Chicago Stags. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, including a tenure with the Chicago Zephyrs. Contributed to the development of basketball during the early years of the league and was recognized for exceptional shooting ability.

Scored over 5,000 points in the NBA

Won three All-Star selections

Served as a coach in the ABA

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