George Mikan is a deceased, hall of fame basketball player that played for the Minneapolis Lakers. Mikan is most known for being one of the first tall players in the game of basketball.
Fast Facts:
- Born: June 18, 1924
- Birthplace: Joliet, Illinois
- Died: June 1, 2005
- Most known for being one of the first tall players in the game
- 1959: Elected into the hall of fame
George Mikan Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the National Basketball Association
- databaseBasketball.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6' 10
- Weight: 245 lb
- Rookie Year: 1948-1949
George Mikan Timeline
June 18, 1924: Born
1946-1947: Played for the Chicago American Gears
1947-1956: Played for the Minneapolis Lakers
1951-1952: The NBA widened the foul line from 6 to 12 feet
1955: Retires and then later returns, but retires after the season because of slowdown
June 1, 2005: Died