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- Position: Forward
- Height: 6-6
- Weight: 210 lbs
- Born: May 15, 1940
- High School: Rock Island in Rock Island, Illinois
- College: University of Iowa
- Draft: Chicago Zephyrs, 3rd round (1st pick, 17th overall), 1962 NBA Draft
- NBA Debut: October 16, 1962
- Association(s): Hall of Fame, NBA
Jerseys Worn
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44
Chicago Zephyrs
1963 -
20
Los Angeles Lakers
1964-1965 -
19
Boston Celtics
1966-1976