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He also studied investment opportunities and tax shelters. By 1968, Lucas was reportedly worth over a million dollars, most of it built on off-court investments. There were only two or three other millionaire players in the NBA at that time. His most famous investment was his growing fast-food chain, Jerry Lucas Beef N Shakes.
May 1, 2024 · Jerry Lucas, American basketball player who was one of the best rebounders in the sport’s history and who in 1996 was named one of the 50 greatest NBA players of all time. He was the first basketball player to win a championship at every major level of play: high school, college, Olympic, and professional.
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Sep 14, 2021 · One of the best rebounders in NBA history, Jerry Lucas won titles at every level of the game he played. From NBA.com Staff. September 14, 2021 4:29 AM. Jerry Lucas finished his NBA career...
Nov 4, 2021 · NBA 75: At No. 72, Jerry Lucas devoted his life to education after a decorated basketball career. Welcome to the NBA 75 , The Athletic ’s countdown of the 75 best players in NBA history, in...
One of the greatest high school players in history, Lucas lived up to the hype and become a three-time All-American who in 1960 starred on Ohio State's national championship team and the U.S....
Feb 9, 2022 · One of the best rebounders in NBA history, Jerry Lucas was a complete player who was known for his work ethic. Todd Spehr. February 9, 2022 6:22 AM. When Jerry Lucas played forward, he was...
Jerry Ray Lucas, sportsman, student and retired alligator keeper, is a tall man with keen eyesight and a very long view. The year 1961 was notable for performances by many other fine athletes...
