Satch Sanders
Professional basketball player and champion
Born
November 8th, 1938
86 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional basketball player competed in the National Basketball Association. Played primarily for the Boston Celtics, contributing to the team's success during the 1960s. Sanders was part of the Celtics roster that won eight consecutive championships from 1959 to 1966. In addition to his playing career, he later transitioned to coaching and administrative roles within basketball organizations, influencing the sport off the court as well.
Won eight NBA championships with the Boston Celtics
Selected as an NBA All-Star in 1966
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