Jack Ramsay

Basketball Coach

Birthday February 21, 1925

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Philadelphia, PA

DEATH DATE Apr 28, 2014 (89)

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About

Also known as Dr. Jack, he was among one of the most respected coaches in NBA history. He coached the 1977 Portland Trailblazers to an NBA title.

Before Fame

He earned his post-secondary degrees from the University of Pennsylvania.

Trivia

He won 864 games in his NBA coaching career.

Family Life

He was married to Jean Duffey from 1949 until her death in 2010. He is the son of Anne Ramsay and Jack Ramsay Sr.

Associated With

While he worked for the Philadelphia 76ers, he was involved with trading Wilt Chamberlain.