Nathaniel Clifton

Basketball player and MLB player

Nathaniel Clifton - Basketball player and MLB player
Born

October 13th, 1922
102 years ago

Died

August 31st, 1990
34 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An accomplished athlete, played professional basketball in the NBA and had a brief career in Major League Baseball. Played for the New York Knicks from 1950 to 1956, becoming one of the first African American players in the league. Prior to his NBA career, played in the Harlem Globetrotters, showcasing skills that contributed to the popularity of basketball. Transitioned to baseball, playing for the Chicago White Sox in 1956. His dual career in two major sports highlighted exceptional athletic talent.

First African American player for the New York Knicks

Played for the Chicago White Sox in MLB

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