B. Brian Brunzell 0 Report post Posted May 14, 2003 Former NBA great Dave DeBusschere died today of a heart attack at age 62. He was named one of the NBA's 50 Greatest Players at the league's 50th anniversery. I just saw this news and didn't have much time to post anything else on DeBusschere. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Mole Report post Posted May 14, 2003 I've honestly never heard of him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Steve J. Rogers Report post Posted May 14, 2003 I've honestly never heard of him. I would advise you to read ANY of the numerous books out there on the late 60's early 70's Knicks (Bill Bradley wrote some books, Red Holtzman did and there are a few others) As well there are some old Knick history videos that may still be in bargin bins at video stores or at rental places Certaintly I'd check out the NBA at 50 video or any NBA history video Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Sandman9000 Report post Posted May 14, 2003 A sad day for basketball. Interesting enough, De Busschere is only the third member of the NBA's Top 50 to die. Pete Maravich was named to the list after being dead for somewhere around 20-30 years, and Wilt Chamberlain died a couple of years ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Steve J. Rogers Report post Posted May 14, 2003 Pete Maravich was named to the list after being dead for somewhere around 20-30 years, Ehem, Pistol Pete died on January 5 1988, about 8 years before being named to the Top 50. in 96/97 The exact date of the unveiling was Oct. 29, 1996. 20-30 years? Marivich played in the NBA from 70/71 to 79/80 Maybe a good 30 plus years after he started in the NBA Steve Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest goodhelmet Report post Posted May 15, 2003 Also, if you are interested in the history of the NBA and ABA, I suggest you pick up the following two books by Terry Pluto- Tall Tales- The story of the NBA during the 50's and 60's told by the players, owners, coaches and referees during that era. They discuss the greats, little known legends, funny stories, and the infamous Russell-Chamberlain debate. Loose Balls- The Rise and Fall of the ABA. Includes legends and myths and facts from the little association that could. Discusses at length the star of Julius Erving, George Gervin, and Marvin BARNES!!! Also told by the players, coaches, refs and owners of the league for the 9 years of its existence. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Sandman9000 Report post Posted May 15, 2003 Pete Maravich was named to the list after being dead for somewhere around 20-30 years, Ehem, Pistol Pete died on January 5 1988, about 8 years before being named to the Top 50. in 96/97 The exact date of the unveiling was Oct. 29, 1996. 20-30 years? Marivich played in the NBA from 70/71 to 79/80 Maybe a good 30 plus years after he started in the NBA Steve D'oh. I could have sworn Maravich has been dead for longer then what he has been. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DrTom Report post Posted May 15, 2003 Red Holtzman's book on The Knicks was very interesting. I read in in seventh grade, since it looked like the best of a bad selection in the school library at the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
