Jerry Colangelo
Career Overview

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Jerry Colangelo's journey in the world of basketball began with his involvement in the NBA as a young executive. Born on November 20, 1939, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, Colangelo's early life was steeped in sports, which laid the foundation for his future endeavors in basketball management and ownership. In 1968, Colangelo became the youngest general manager in professional sports

Jerry Colangelo's journey in the world of basketball began with his involvement in the NBA as a young executive. Born on November 20, 1939, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, Colangelo's early life was steeped in sports, which laid the foundation for his future endeavors in basketball management and ownership. In 1968, Colangelo became the youngest general manager in professional sports

Career Coaching Record

NBA 1970-1973

Win-Loss

59–60

Win %

.496

Post Season

3–4

Championships

0

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Career Timeline

1969-1994

Phoenix Suns (NBA)

General Manager

1970-1973

Phoenix Suns (NBA)

Head Coach

1988-2004

Phoenix Suns (NBA)

Team Owner

1998-2004

Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB)

Team Owner

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