Mel Counts
Basketball player, 1964 NBA Champion
Born
October 16th, 1941
84 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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