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1970–71 New York Knicks Season
The 1970–71 New York Knicks season was the 25th season for the team in the National Basketball Association (NBA). New York entered the season as the defending NBA champions, having defeated the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1970 NBA Finals in seven games to win the first championship in franchise history. In the 1970–71 regular season, the Knicks finished in first place in the Atlantic Division with a 52–30 record, and qualified for the NBA Playoffs for the fifth consecutive year. New York began its NBA title defense with a 4–1 series victory over the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 1971 NBA Playoffs. In the Eastern Conference Finals, the Baltimore Bullets defeated the Knicks in seven games, ending the team's chances for a repeat championship. Draft picks ''Note:'' This is not an extensive list; it only covers the first and second rounds, and any other players picked by the franchise that played at least one game in the league. Roster Regular s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Red Holzman
William "Red" Holzman (August 10, 1920 – November 13, 1998) was an American professional basketball player and coach. He is best known as the head coach of the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1967 to 1977, and again from 1978 to 1982. Holzman helped lead the Knicks to two NBA championships in 1970 and 1973, and was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1986. In 1996, Holzman was named one of the Top 10 Coaches in NBA History. Early career Holzman was born in the Lower East Side of Manhattan in New York City, on August 10, 1920, to Jewish immigrant parents, as the son of a Romanian mother and Russian father. He grew up in Brooklyn's Ocean Hill– Brownsville neighborhood and played basketball for Franklin K. Lane High School in the mid-1930s. He attended the University of Baltimore and later the City College of New York, where he played for two years until graduation in 1942. Holzman joined the United States Navy in the same y ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Howie Wright
Howard L. Wright (born February 22, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky) is a retired professional basketball shooting guard who played two seasons in the American Basketball Association (ABA) as member of the Kentucky Colonels (1970–72). He attended Austin Peay State University where he was selected during the second round of the 1970 NBA draft The 1970 NBA draft was the 24th annual draft of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The draft was held on March 23, 1970, before the 1970–71 season. In this draft, 17 NBA teams took turns selecting amateur U.S. college basketball player ..., but never signed. External links 1947 births Living people American men's basketball players Austin Peay Governors men's basketball players Basketball players from Louisville, Kentucky Kentucky Colonels players New York Knicks draft picks Shooting guards {{Louisville-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Philadelphia 76ers Season
The 1970–71 NBA season was the 76ers 22nd season in the NBA and 8th season in Philadelphia. They improved to a record of 47–35. In the playoffs, they lost a hard fought series with the Baltimore Bullets 4-3, who represented the Eastern Conference in the Finals. This was the final season for forward Bailey Howell, who was signed by Philadelphia & was a vital part in 2 Celtics championships in 1968 and 1969. The Sixers also tried a new uniform style. Instead of the traditional PHILA in block lettering, they used a design that wrote out Seventy Sixers in cursive writing. These uniforms did not last the entire year. Offseason Draft picks This table only displays picks through the second round. Roster Regular season Season standings :z – clinched division title :y – clinched division title :x – clinched playoff spot Record vs. opponents Game log Playoffs , - align="center" bgcolor="#ccffcc" , 1 , March 24 , @ Baltimore W 126–112, Hal Gr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Milwaukee Bucks Season
The 1970–71 Milwaukee Bucks season was the third season for the Bucks. Milwaukee posted a 66–16 record in only its third year of existence, and its second since drafting Lew Alcindor (later known as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar). A key part of this championship season was the acquisition of Oscar Robertson. Other role players on the Bucks included players such as Bob Dandridge (18.4 ppg), Jon McGlocklin (15.8 ppg), power forward Greg Smith & key reserves such as Lucius Allen, Bob Boozer and Dick Cunningham completing the nucleus. This season included a 20-game winning streak, the NBA's longest at the time, and still ranked List of National Basketball Association longest winning streaks, fifth all-time. The Bucks became the first team from the Midwest Division to win the NBA title; it would be 23 years before the 1993-94 Houston Rockets season, Houston Rockets would do the same. In the 1971 NBA Playoffs, the Bucks defeated the 4th-seeded Warriors in 5 games. In the Western Conference F ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Los Angeles Lakers Season
The 1970–71 NBA season was the Lakers' 23rd season in the NBA and 11th season in Los Angeles. The Lakers would be eliminated by the eventual champions, the Milwaukee Bucks, in five games in the Western Conference Finals. The team's season roster is featured in the video games ''NBA 2K16'',Lelinwalla, Mark (September 11, 2015)"'NBA 2K16': All The Classic Teams Announced" ''Tech Times''. Retrieved April 16, 2016. NBA 2K17, and NBA 2K18. Offseason Draft picks Roster Regular season Season standings :z – clinched division title :y – clinched division title :x – clinched playoff spot Record vs. opponents Game log Playoffs , - align="center" bgcolor="#ccffcc" , 1 , March 24 , Chicago W 100–99, Jim McMillian (26) , Wilt Chamberlain (21) , Gail Goodrich (11) , The Forum10,726 , 1–0 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ccffcc" , 2 , March 26 , Chicago W 105–95, Gail Goodrich (29) , Wilt Chamberlain (20) , Gail Goodrich (7) , The ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Detroit Pistons Season
The 1970-71 NBA season was the Detroit Pistons' 23rd season in the NBA and 14th season in the city of Detroit. The team played at Cobo Arena in downtown Detroit. The Pistons finished with a 45-37 (.549) record, 4th place in the deep Midwest Division, as the NBA re-organized from 2 to 4 divisions. It was the first winning season for Detroit since the franchise relocated from Ft. Wayne in 1957. The team was led by guards Dave Bing (27.0 ppg, 5.0 apg, NBA All-Star) and Jimmy Walker (17.6 ppg) and rookie center Bob Lanier (15.6 ppg, 8.1 rpg, All-Rookie Team), who was the top pick in the 1970 NBA Draft. Draft picks Roster Regular season Season standings :z, y – division champions :x – clinched playoff spot Record vs. opponents Game log Awards and records *Dave Bing, All-NBA First Team *Bob Lanier, NBA All-Rookie Team 1st Team References {{DEFAULTSORT:1970-71 Detroit Pistons Season Detroit Detroit Pistons seasons Detroit Pistons Detroit Pist ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Cleveland Cavaliers Season
The 1970–71 Cleveland Cavaliers season was the inaugural season of NBA basketball in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers finished the season with a 15–67 record in their first season, finishing last in the Central Division and Eastern Conference. John Johnson was named an All-Star, the first in franchise history. Key Dates: Offseason Expansion Draft * As an expansion (first year) franchise, the Cavaliers chose 11 players from other NBA teams in the 'expansion draft.' Free agents Trades Draft picks Roster Regular season Season standings Record vs. opponents< ...
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1970–71 Cincinnati Royals Season
The 1970–71 NBA season, 1970–71 Cincinnati Royals season was the 23rd season of the franchise in the National Basketball Association (NBA). After trading Oscar Robertson, the Royals became a quick, young team. Some players included Norm Van Lier, a second-year guard who would lead the league in assists with 10.1 assists per game. Draft picks Sam Lacey and Nate "Tiny" Archibald were new additions to the team. The Royals would continue its fast-breaking, high-scoring ways. During the season, they were held below 100 points only four times all season. The Royals also broke the 130 point mark an astounding 11 times. The team's 116.0 scoring average was good for 3rd place in the NBA. Bob Cousy, the Royals coach was not defensive minded, and opposing teams racked up an average of 119.2 points per game. The Royals finished the season in 3rd place in the newly formed Central Division. The Royals would finish the season with a record of 33 wins, compared to 49 losses. Draft picks Ros ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Chicago Bulls Season
The 1970–71 NBA season was the Bulls' fifth season in the NBA. Offseason Draft picks Roster Regular season Season standings :z – clinched division title :y – clinched division title :x – clinched playoff spot Record vs. opponents Game log Playoffs , - align="center" bgcolor="#ffcccc" , 1 , March 24 , @ Los Angeles L 99–100, Bob Love (24) , Sloan, Boerwinkle (9) , Tom Boerwinkle (8) , The Forum10,726 , 0–1 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ffcccc" , 2 , March 26 , @ Los Angeles L 95–105, Bob Love (34) , Jim Fox (13) , Bob Weiss (5) , The Forum13,469 , 0–2 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ccffcc" , 3 , March 28 , Los Angeles W 106–98, Bob Love (27) , Chet Walker (12) , Bob Weiss (11) , Chicago Stadium10,101 , 1–2 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ccffcc" , 4 , March 30 , Los Angeles W 112–102, Bob Love (36) , Jerry Sloan (12) , Bob Weiss (13) , Chicago Stadium18,650 , 2–2 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ffccc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Buffalo Braves Season
The 1970–71 NBA season was the Buffalo Braves inaugural season in the NBA. With a roster made up primarily of castoffs, the Braves got off on the right foot by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 107–92 at the Buffalo Memorial Auditorium on October 14. However, the Braves would drop their next nine as they took on established NBA teams on the way to finishing in last place in the Atlantic Division. The Braves' record was 22–60, which was 7 games better than the Cleveland Cavaliers, their partners in expansion. Offseason NBA Draft The 1970 NBA Draft was held on March 23, 1970 in New York City. The Braves first ever draft pick was John Hummer from Princeton, as he was selected with the 15th overall selection at the 1970 NBA Draft. Hummer, a 6'9" center from Washington, DC, averaged 17.5 points per game in 25 games with the Tigers during the 1969-70 season. Hummer led Princeton with a .487 field goal percentage, as well as leading the team with 9.5 rebounds per game. Cornell Wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Boston Celtics Season ...
The 1970–71 NBA season was the Celtics' 25th season in the NBA. They missed the playoffs for the second straight season. Draft picks Roster Regular season :z = clinched division title :y = clinched division title :x = clinched playoff spot Record vs. opponents Game log Awards and records *Dave Cowens, NBA Rookie of the Year Award *John Havlicek, All-NBA First Team *John Havlicek, NBA All-Defensive Second Team *Dave Cowens, NBA All-Rookie Team 1st Team References {{DEFAULTSORT:1970-71 Boston Celtics Season Boston Celtics Boston Celtics seasons Boston Celtics Boston Celtics Celtics Celtics The Boston Celtics ( ) are an American professional basketball team based in Boston. The Celtics compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the league's Eastern Conference Atlantic Division. Founded in 1946 as one of t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1970–71 Atlanta Hawks Season
The 1970–71 NBA season was the Hawks' 22nd season in the NBA and third season in Atlanta. Offseason Draft picks Roster Regular season Season standings :z – clinched division title :y – clinched division title :x – clinched playoff spot Record vs. opponents Game log Playoffs , - align="center" bgcolor="#ffcccc" , 1 , March 25 , @ New York L 101–112, Pete Maravich (23) , Bill Bridges (13) , Hazzard, Maravich (5) , Madison Square Garden19,500 , 0–1 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ccffcc" , 2 , March 27 , @ New York W 113–104, Lou Hudson (35) , Bill Bridges (36) , Pete Maravich (5) , Madison Square Garden19,500 , 1–1 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ffcccc" , 3 , March 28 , New York L 95–110, Walt Bellamy (29) , Walt Bellamy (18) , Walt Hazzard (7) , Alexander Memorial Coliseum7,192 , 1–2 , - align="center" bgcolor="#ffcccc" , 4 , March 30 , New York L 107–113, Walt Bellamy (25) , Bill Bridges (18) , ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
