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Robert Edris Davies (January 15, 1920 – April 22, 1990) was an American professional basketball player. Alongside Bobby Wanzer he formed one of the best backcourt duos in the National Basketball Association 's early years. Davies and Wanzer led the Rochester Royals to the 1951 NBA championship.
- John Harris, (Harrisburg, Pennsylvania)
- 1943–1955
- 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
- Seton Hall (1939–1942)
6-1 , 175lb (185cm, 79kg) Born: , in Harrisburg, Died: April 22, 1990. College: High School: John Harris in Harrisburg, NBA Debut: Hall of Fame: Inducted as Player in 1970 ( ) Career Length: 7 years. More bio, uniform, draft, salary info.
- January 15, 1920
Apr 22, 1990 · Bob Davies. Robert E. "Bob" Davies. Honored as the Sixth Greatest Player in the First Half Century by Sport magazine in 1970, Bob Davies stunned and amazed opponents with his deceptive slight-of-hand ball handling. Nicknamed the “Harrisburg Houdini,” Davies made the extraordinary look simple.
WWII Veteran. All-NBA First Team (4 straight years) Originated behind-the-back dribble. 1951 NBA Champion. PPG: 14.3. RPG: 2.9. APG: 4.9. Bob Davies. The oldest and probably least well-known...
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Birthdate1/15/1920. BirthplaceHarrisburg, PA. Career Highlights. All-NBA 2nd Team. 1953. 4xAll-NBA 1st Team. 1952, 1951, 1950, 1949. NBA News. Celtics aim to secure series victory over the...
Aug 28, 2016 · One of the most influential basketball players is remembered in Barry S. Martin’s new book, Bob Davies: A Basketball Legend (RIT Press, 2016). Davies’s contributions to modern basketball include the introduction of the behind the-back dribble, the penetration and transition styles of play, and several innovative passes.
Apr 22, 1990 · STATISTICS & HISTORY. Bob Davies was a four sport John Harris High School star in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He went to Seton Hall on a baseball scholarship. Davies soon turned his attention to basketball under the tutelage of legendary early pro star Honey Russell. Davis led Seton Hall to 43 straight wins extending over two seasons.
