Mel Counts

Basketball player, 1964 NBA Champion

Mel Counts - Basketball player, 1964 NBA Champion
Born

October 16th, 1941
83 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional basketball primarily as a center. Spent significant time with the Boston Celtics, contributing to their success during the 1960s. Won the NBA Championship in 1964. Also played for teams including the Detroit Pistons and the Phoenix Suns in a career spanning over a decade. Achieved recognition for skills in rebounding and defense.

Won NBA Championship with Boston Celtics in 1964

Played for Detroit Pistons and Phoenix Suns

Selected as the 8th overall pick in the 1963 NBA Draft

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