Although originally drafted in the second round as a forward, this man took over the center spot for his only NBA team and led them to an NBA championship. He later coached at Creighton University. Who is this center who was nicknamed The Captain” in the NBA?
- Willis Reed
- Nate Thurmond
- Walter Dukes
- Bill Lanier
Answer
The correct answer is A) Willis Reed.
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