The team said in a statement on Sunday, Famer Dick Barnett’s basketball hall, who played on duty during the New York Knicks’ NBA Championship seasons, died. He was 88 years old.
According to more than one media report, Barnett died in a assisted life facility in Largo, FLA overnight.
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“Throughout his famous career, Dick Barnett embodied everything he wanted to be a New York Knick both in court and court,” Knicks said in a statement. He said. He said: “He had a positive impact on everyone he encountered, and this organization is incredibly lucky to make his history such an integral part of his history. The jersey will hang on the beams of Madison Square Garden forever and the game will be part of his memories of Knicks fans forever.”
Knicks won the NBA crowns in 1970 and 1973 and with the great contributions of Barnett, a 6 -meter -versatile player known for its unique “Fall Back, Baby” shooting style. When he pulled his left hand, his legs flew backwards.
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He played for Syracuse for two seasons (1959-61) and one season for Cleveland Pipers of the American Basketball League (1961-62). Los Angeles returned to the NBA with Lakers (1962-65) and finished his 14-year career with Knicks (1965-74).
Barnett, a All-Star in 1967-68 season, lasted 15.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 29.8 minutes in the 971 NBA normal season match. In addition, an average of 15.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 27.3 minutes in 102 playoff match.
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