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  1. www.britannica.com › biography › George-MikanGeorge Mikan | Hall of Fame, Minneapolis Lakers, NBA Pioneer

    Jun 14, 2024 · George Mikan (born June 18, 1924, Joliet, Ill., U.S.—died June 1, 2005, Scottsdale, Ariz.) was an American professional basketball player and executive who was selected in an Associated Press poll in 1950 as the greatest basketball player of the first half of the 20th century.

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  3. www.nytimes.com › athletic › 5566313/2024/06George Mikan would have turned 100 this year. Legacy of ‘Mr ...

    Jun 18, 2024 · Since the 2022-23 season, the winner of the NBA’s Most Improved Player Award receives the George Mikan Trophy. And to add, the Lakers retired Mikan’s No. 99 jersey in 2022.

  4. www.basketballnetwork.net › old-school › georgeGeorge Mikan picks Kareem Abdul-Jabbar over Chamberlain and ...

    Jun 18, 2024 · Often referred to as the first true big man in the NBA, the late George Mikan was once quizzed to pick who would win between Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Wilt Chamberlain, and Bill Russell. Mikan was evidently not expecting the question but still managed to come up with a sound choice.

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  6. www.reddit.com › r › nbaGeorge Mikan stunting on some hoes back in 1952 : r/nba - Reddit

    Kenny Sailors, who is credited with the modern jump shot form, played in the NBA from 1947-1951. At Mikan's time there were several different shot forms that players were expected to practice and master. Drs. Allen and Naismith produced a film in ~1941 at KU titled Modern Basketball Fundamentals, and in it they go through various types of ...

  7. bvmsports.com › 2024/06/18 › remembering-georgeRemembering George Mikan: 'Mr. Basketball' Still Inspiring ...

    Jun 18, 2024 · George Mikan was voted by The Associated Press as the greatest basketball player in the first half of the 20th century. Mikan's influence led to significant rule changes in basketball, including the introduction of the 24-second shot clock and the widening of the lane.

  8. sportsnaut.com › list › best-los-angeles-lakersBest Los Angeles Lakers players ever: Ranking 10 best Lakers ...

    Jun 14, 2024 · George Mikan, center Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Although the game of basketball looked a lot different during George Mikan’s career (1948-56), his greatness can not be overlooked.

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  10. www.nytimes.com › 2024/06/18 › sportsThe Celtics Have 18 Championships. The Lakers? 17. (And Maybe ...

    Jun 18, 2024 · The Minneapolis Lakers, led by George Mikan, won the N.B.L. championship in their 1947-1948 inaugural season, as well as the final World Professional Basketball Tournament, against the legendary ...