Slick Leonard
Career Overview

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Slick Leonard, born as Bobby Leonard, became a beloved figure in the world of basketball, known for his charismatic personality and deep understanding of the game. His journey in basketball began at Indiana University, where he played college basketball and led the Hoosiers to a national championship in 1953. Leonard's college career was marked by his leadership and

Slick Leonard, born as Bobby Leonard, became a beloved figure in the world of basketball, known for his charismatic personality and deep understanding of the game. His journey in basketball began at Indiana University, where he played college basketball and led the Hoosiers to a national championship in 1953. Leonard's college career was marked by his leadership and

Career Coaching Record

ABA 1969-1976

Win-Loss

387–270

Win %

.589

Post Season

69–47

Championships

3

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Career Timeline

1957-1961

Minneapolis Lakers (NBA)

Player

1962-1963

Chicago Packers (NBA)

Player

1963-1964

Chicago Zephyrs (NBA)

Head Coach

1969-1980

Indiana Pacers (ABA)

Head Coach

1976-1980

Indiana Pacers (ABA)

General Manager

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Born Jul 17th, 1932

Height / Weight 6' 3" 185 lbs

School Indiana

Position G

Jersey # 21

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