Dolph Schayes

Full Name: Dolph Schayes
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Profession: NBA Power Forward and Coach
Why Famous: A top scorer and rebounder, he was a member of the 1955 NBA champion Syracuse Nationals and played his entire Hall of Fame career with the Nationals and their successor, the Philadelphia 76ers.

In his 16-year career, he led the team into the post-season 15 times and became a player-coach near the end of his playing career.

After retiring from playing, he transitioned into a pure coaching role with the 76ers, earning NBA Coach of the Year honors in 1966.

Born: May 19, 1928
Star Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA

Died: December 10, 2015 (aged 87)
Cause of Death: Cancer