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Elgin Gay Baylor (/ ˈ ɛ l dʒ ɪ n / EL-jin; September 16, 1934 – March 22, 2021) was an American professional basketball player, coach, and executive. He played 14 seasons as a forward in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the Minneapolis/Los Angeles Lakers .
The 1957–58 Seattle Chieftains men's basketball team (now known as Redhawks) represented Seattle University during the 1957–58 NCAA University Division men's basketball season. Led by future top draft pick Elgin Baylor , Seattle was the runner-up in the NCAA tournament , falling to Kentucky in the finals in Louisville, Kentucky .
The Los Angeles Lakers announced Monday afternoon the passing of Hall of Fame player Elgin Baylor, who died of natural causes at the age of 86. Baylor had a decorated career in the NBA, winning ...
Six years later, Elgin Baylor led the Chieftains to the championship game of the 1958 NCAA tournament, but fell to the Kentucky Wildcats 84–72 at Freedom Hall in Louisville on March 22. [8] Despite finishing runner-up, Baylor was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player and was the first selection of the 1958 NBA draft in April.
The basketball world is in mourning today following the passing of NBA legend Elgin Baylor. He was 86 years old. The Los Angeles Lakers confirmed on Monday that their legendary forward passed away.
Former Minneapolis and Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor, regarded as one of the game's all-time great forwards, died of natural causes at the age of 86 on Monday, the NBA team said.
The Chieftains led by 39–36 at the half, but star forward Elgin Baylor picked up his fourth personal foul with over sixteen minutes remaining. [1] The Chieftains were outscored by fifteen in the second half, and Baylor was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player. [1] [2]
Elgin Baylor, who helped transform the NBA with his trademark hanging jump shot, has died at 86. Skip to main content. 24/7 Help. For premium support please call: 800-290-4726 more ways ...