Rod Thorn
Basketball player and executive for NBA teams
Played college basketball at West Virginia University and was selected as the second overall pick in the 1963 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls. Played as a guard for the Bulls and later for the Philadelphia 76ers, earning a reputation for his skills on the court. Transitioned into coaching, leading teams in the NCAA and serving as an assistant coach in the NBA. Held various executive roles in the league, including General Manager of the New Jersey Nets, where significant team-building strategies were implemented.
Second overall pick in the 1963 NBA Draft
General Manager of the New Jersey Nets
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