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Unseld Wes

Mar 14, 1946

Rating : AA (Data from a birth certificate)

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Remembering Since 2020

Events Events

Work : Prize 1969 (NBA Most Valuable Player)

Work : Prize 1969 (Rookie of the Year)

Death:Death by Disease 2 June 2020 (Pneumonia, age 74) chart Placidus Equal_H.

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American professional basketball player, coach and executive. He spent his entire National Basketball Association (NBA) career with the Baltimore/Capital/Washington Bullets. Unseld played college basketball for the Louisville Cardinals and was selected with the second overall pick by the Bullets in the 1968 NBA draft. He was named the NBA Most Valuable Player during his rookie season and joined Wilt Chamberlain as the only two players in NBA history to accomplish the feat. Unseld won an NBA championship with the Bullets in 1978. After retiring from playing in 1981, he worked with the Bullets/Wizards as a vice president, head coach and general manager. Unseld was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1988 and the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2006. Hall of Fame, NBA Championship 1978, NBA Most Valuable Player 1969, NBA Rookie of the Year 1969, NBA 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. On 2 June 2020, Unselds family announced that he had died after suffering lengthy health battles, including most recently with pneumonia. He was 74. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less

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Update at: Jul 5, 2025
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Wes Unseld

Wes Unseld (March 14, 1946 – June 2, 2020) was an American professional basketball player, coach, and general manager. He played his entire 13-year National Basketball Association (NBA) career with the Baltimore/Capital/Washington Bullets. Unseld was renowned for his rebounding prowess, tough defense, and exceptional outlet passes.

Playing Career

Unseld played college basketball at the University of Louisville. He was selected with the second overall pick in the 1968 NBA draft by the Baltimore Bullets. In his rookie season, Unseld won both the NBA Rookie of the Year and the NBA Most Valuable Player Award, a rare feat. He led the Bullets to four NBA Finals appearances and an NBA championship in 1978.

Coaching and Management Career

After retiring as a player, Unseld transitioned to coaching, serving as head coach of the Washington Bullets from 1987 to 1994. He later served as the team's general manager.

Legacy

Wes Unseld is considered one of the greatest centers in NBA history. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1988. His number 41 jersey is retired by the Washington Wizards.

News and Recent Information (as of information available up to late 2020)

Unfortunately, information regarding Wes Unseld's social media presence is limited as he passed away in 2020. During his later years, he remained largely out of the public eye.

There have been various tributes and commemorations of Wes Unseld since his passing, highlighting his contributions to the NBA and his impact on the Washington Wizards organization.

The Washington Wizards organization continued to honor Unseld's memory after his passing with various tributes, recognizing his significant impact on the franchise.

His legacy continues to inspire players and fans alike. His dedication to the game, his leadership qualities, and his remarkable skills on the court solidify his place as an NBA legend.

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