Chuck Cooper
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Chuck Cooper's journey in professional basketball began when he was selected by the Boston Celtics in the 1950 NBA Draft. This selection was historic, as Cooper became the first African American player to be drafted by an NBA team. His entry into the league marked a significant moment in the history of basketball, breaking racial barriers and paving

Chuck Cooper's journey in professional basketball began when he was selected by the Boston Celtics in the 1950 NBA Draft. This selection was historic, as Cooper became the first African American player to be drafted by an NBA team. His entry into the league marked a significant moment in the history of basketball, breaking racial barriers and paving

Career Stats

NBA 1951-1956

Points

2,725

Assists

734

Rebounds

2,431

PPG

6.7

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Career Timeline

1951-1954

Boston Celtics (NBA)

Player

1955-1956

Milwaukee Hawks (NBA)

Player

1956

Fort Wayne Pistons (NBA)

Player

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Born Sep 29th, 1926

Height / Weight 6' 5" 210 lbs

School Duquesne

Position F

Jersey #s 11 · 15 · 6

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