Mel Daniels
Basketball player, ABA MVP 1971
Born
July 20th, 1944
81 years ago
Died
October 30th, 2015
9 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A basketball player and coach participated in the American Basketball Association (ABA) and later the National Basketball Association (NBA). Played for the Indiana Pacers and was instrumental in the team's success during his tenure. As a center, secured two ABA championships and was named the league's Most Valuable Player in 1971. Transitioned to coaching and contributed to various teams in both professional and collegiate levels.
Won two ABA championships with Indiana Pacers
Named ABA Most Valuable Player in 1971
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