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Oscar Robertson: Picture of Consistency

It is true. Robertson is a perfectionist. Whenever the subject is basketball, the Big O wants to be the best, the absolute best.

Posted bybobkuskaJuly 14, 2024Posted inUncategorizedTags:1960s NBA, Cincinnati Royals, Connie Dierking, Dick Barnett, Dick McGuire, Jack McMahon, Jackie Moreland, Jerry Lucas, Jerry Sloan, Oscar Robertson, Phil Berger, Red Auerbach, Tom Gola, Wilt ChamberlainLeave a comment on Oscar Robertson: Picture of Consistency

The Real Story About the “Big O,” 1971

Some fans criticized the Royals for trading the “Big O.” They said the city owed him something. It made others wonder.

Posted bybobkuskaJune 18, 2023Posted inUncategorizedTags:1970s NBA, Barry McDermott, Bill Russell, Bob Cousy, Boston Celtics, Charlie Paulk, Cincinnati Royals, Connie Dierking, Flynn Robinson, Oscar Robertson, Tom Van Arsdale, Willis ReedLeave a comment on The Real Story About the “Big O,” 1971
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