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Tag Archives: Ray Patterson

The Quiet Rebellion of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 1972

His new name translates from the Arabic into the generous servant of the all-powerful—Kareem (generous), Abdul (the servant), Jabbar (all-powerful or subduer).

Posted bybobkuskaOctober 25, 2022Posted inUncategorizedTags:1970s NBA, Bob Boozer, Happy Hairston, Joe Donnelly, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Lew Alcindor, Lucius Allen, Milwaukee Bucks, Ray Patterson, Wayne EmbryLeave a comment on The Quiet Rebellion of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 1972

In Search of . . . Ralph Sampson, 1988

Sampson said soon after the trade, the best piece of advice he received upon entering the NBA was never to unpack your bags. 

Posted bybobkuskaJanuary 2, 2022Posted inUncategorizedTags:1980s NBA, Bill Cornwell, Bill Fitch, Dick Vitale, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Ralph Sampson, Ray Patterson, Rodney McCrayLeave a comment on In Search of . . . Ralph Sampson, 1988
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