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Post by TheLoyMan on Aug 26, 2014 11:26:31 GMT -5
www.nba.com/history/players/heinsohn_bio.html"Known for his hard-nosed style of play, yet possessing a superb shooting touch and good body control, Tom Heinsohn was a vital cog in the Boston Celtics' dynasty of the 1950s and 1960s. Chosen as NBA Rookie of the Year in 1957, he helped the Celtics win eight NBA titles during his nine-year tenure, was named to the All-NBA Second Team for four years, and was an All-Star for six. Averaging 18.6 ppg in 654 regular-season games, he was a versatile scorer but was often overshadowed by such illustrious teammates as Bob Cousy, Bill Sharman and Bill Russell. After turning in his jersey in 1965, Heinsohn coached the Celtics to two more world championships and was elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1986. Since retiring from the NBA, Heinsohn has done basketball commentary for television, has run a life insurance company and has indulged his lifelong passion for fine-arts painting." I Love TOMMY!!!!
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Post by cfoo on Aug 26, 2014 17:28:45 GMT -5
Awesome. there are probably a few players in sports I can count who I consider heros of mine and Tommy is definitely on that list. He is one of the main reasons I love the Celtics so much. Was drawn by the mystique and it was no mistique. It was very real. Listening to tommy as a commentator as a kid drew me in, and the people who built this organization just amazing people. He always played better in the playoffs too. They don't make them like they used to. Just an extremely loyal guy and great character. I also think Tommy is a good guy.
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Post by FLCeltsFan on Aug 26, 2014 21:01:30 GMT -5
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Post by TheLoyMan on Aug 27, 2014 14:49:31 GMT -5
Nice tribute FL!
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Post by freshnthehouse on Aug 27, 2014 22:48:25 GMT -5
Happy birthday to TH! The guys from that Bill Russell era are getting up there. We need to enjoy them while they are still around.
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