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Who Is Bob Lanier? Biography and Causes of Death

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Last updated: May 11, 2022 8:58 pm
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May 11, 2022
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Who Is Bob Lanier? Biography and Causes of Death
BOSTON, MA - 1982: Bob Lanier #16 of the Milwaukee Bucks stands on the court during a game circa 1982 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1982 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images)
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Bob Lanier was a professional basketball player who was 73 years old. He is an 8-time NBA All-Star. He was known for his excellence in the field of play.

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Bob Lanier BiographyBob Lanier WikiBob Lanier CareerBob Lanier’s Net WorthBob Lanier’s DeathBob Lanier Nationality and AgeBob Lanier Weight and Height

This article talks about the life of this true legend.

Bob Lanier Biography

Bob Lanier was an American professional basketball player who was born on 10th September 1948 in Buffalo. New York in the United States. He was born to Robert Sr and Nannette Lanier.

He was named Robert Jerry Lanier Jr at birth. Bob Lanier was passionate about basketball at age 11 but he was not allowed to play for his grammar school team because his feet were size 11.

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I believe this wasn’t quite fair coming from his coach. At age 16, he was about 6feet 5 inches but still didn’t make the varsity basketball team at Bennett High School. Lanier was 73 years as of writing this article.

Lanier was tagged as being too clumsy. Bob Lanier didn’t give up on himself and was encouraged by a new coach called Fred Schwepker. He joined the team after trying out for the second time.

Bob Lanier scored 21.5 points per game and was chosen to the All-City team as a junior. He scored 25.0 points per game as a senior and was named All-Western New York State.

He won the Buffalo city title both years and graduated in 1966. After high school, over 100 universities wanted to recruit Bob but he decided to play coach Larry Weise at Bonaventure University.

His parents were at every game that he played. Bob played center for the Detroit Pistons and the Milwaukee Bucks

Bob Lanier Wiki

Date of Birth 10th September 1948
Place of Birth Buffalo, New York
Profession NBA player
Marital Status Married
Nationality American
Religion Christianity
Spoken Language English
Zodiac Sign Virgo

Bob Lanier Career

Bob Lanier started his career in high school and performed so marvelously even though he was ignored at the beginning. Bob was named junior to the All-City team where he scored 21.5 points.

Lanier earned the All-Western New York State honors when he averaged 25.0 points. He led St. Bonaventure to the NCAA Final Four as a senior in 1970. From 1968 to 1970 he was a three-time Converse All-America selection.

He couldn’t play at St. Bonaventure’s national semifinals because his knee was injured. His team lost to Jacksonville University. At the Eastern College Athletic Conference, he was selected as the Player of the Year by Coach and Athlete Magazine.

Bob Lanier graduated with a degree in business administration and he earned St Bonaventure records for averaging 27.6 points and 15,7 rebounds with 57% shooting in 75 games. His career didn’t end after uni. In the 1970 NBA draft, he was the first to be picked by the NBA’s Detroit Positions.

He was approached by the Nets about becoming a professional after his junior year but he declined thinking St. Bonaventure would participate in the national championship. He signed with Detroit Positions and averaged more than 21 points per game for the next 8 seasons. He was Detroit’s Star.

Bob Lanier Awards and Career Highlights

  • He was an 8-time NBA All-Star from 1972-1975,1977-1979 and 1982.
  • He earned NBA All-Star Game MVP in1974
  • He earned NBA All-Rookie First Team in1971.
  • He earned the J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award in 1978.
  • He was No.16 retired by Detroit Positions
  • He was No.16 retired by Milwaukee Bucks
  • He received Second-team All American -AP, NABC, UPI in 1969.
  • He received Consensus first-team All-American in1970.
  • He received Consensus second-team All-American in 1968.
  • He was No.31 retired by St Bonaventure Bonnies.

Bob Lanier’s Net Worth

Bob Lanier worked as an American professional basketball player for Detroit Positions. Bob Lanier was named to the All-City team as a junior and averaged 21.5 points. Bob Lanier received All-Western New York State honors in his year and averaged 25.0 points in high school.

He was a three-time Converse-All-America selection from 1968 to 1970. He was a very committed and hardworking man. He became a star for Detroit when he was signed.

Bob Lanier earned NBA All-Star Game MVP in1974. He was an 8-time NBA All-Star. Bob Lanier earned NBA All-Rookie First Team, J.Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award.

He scored 18.6 points,9.7rebounds,3.5 assists, and 1.5 blocks in 67 career playoffs. He played in 959 games, averaging 20.1 points,10.1 rebounds,3.1 assists,1.5 blocks, and 1.1 steals in his 14-season career. He also scored 19,248 total points and 9,698 rebounds. He has a net worth of $1.1Million.

Bob Lanier’s Death

Bob’s death occurred on Tuesday 10th May 2022. Bob Lanier was 73 years old. He played for 14 years in the NBA. In 1992, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame after retiring in 1984. Bob Lanier suffered a short illness that led to his death. He played the center position. He was the league’s global ambassador for more than 30 years. A true legend was gone to rest.

Bob Lanier Nationality and Age

  • Date of Birth:10th September 1948
  • Place of Birth: Buffalo, New York
  • Age:73
  • Nationality: American

Bob Lanier Weight and Height

He was a handsome man who weighed 113kg and was about 6feet 10inches.

FAQs

-What was Bob Lanier’s real name?

He was called Robert Jerry Lanier Jr.

-When did Bob Lanier die?

He died on 10th May this year.

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