Born March 22, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri, was Basketball Hall of Fame center and seven-time NBA All Star, Ed Macauley. He attended and played collegiate hooops at the University of St Louis. Macauley played in the National Basketball Association from 1949–1959 for the St. Louis Bombers, Boston Celtics, and St. Louis Hawks. During his career, Macauley earned four All-NBA selections and won a championship with the Hawks in 1958.
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Many may not remember the early big men of the NBA from the 1950s, but Ed Macauley was a dominant figure in the game during his era. Nicknamed "Easy Ed" for his smooth playing style, was a dominant force in the early years of the NBA (1949-1959). Please take a moment to appreciate this legend and his accomplishments listed in this post.
Here's a quick rundown of the highlights of Macauley's impressive NBA career.
Born March 22, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri, was Basketball Hall of Fame center and seven-time NBA All-Star, Ed Macauley. He attended and played collegiate hoops at the University of St Louis. Macauley played in the National Basketball Association from 1949–1959 for the St Louis Bombers, Boston Celtics, and St Louis Hawks. During his career, Macauley earned four All-NBA selections and won a championship with the Hawks in 1958.
-College Star and Early NBA Days
-Macauley excelled at Saint Louis University, earning All-American honors.
-Drafted by the St. Louis Bombers in 1949, he quickly established himself as a force in the fledgling NBA.
-Dominant All-Star and Scoring Threat
-A seven-time NBA All-Star (1951-1957), Macauley revolutionized the center position with his offensive prowess.
-He possessed a smooth shooting touch, exceptional footwork, and a knack for scoring in the paint.
-In 1951, he became the first-ever NBA All-Star Game MVP, showcasing his well-rounded skillset.
-Championship Glory and Legacy
-After stints with the St. Louis Bombers and Boston Celtics, Macauley found championship success with the St. Louis Hawks in 1958.
-He retired with a scoring average of 17.8 points per game, a significant number for a center in that era.
-In 1960, Macauley was enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, becoming one of the youngest players ever inducted at the time (age 32).
-His jersey number (22) was retired by the Boston Celtics in 1963.
Here's a quick rundown of the highlights of Macauley's impressive NBA career.
Born March 22, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri, was Basketball Hall of Fame center and seven-time NBA All-Star, Ed Macauley. He attended and played collegiate hoops at the University of St Louis. Macauley played in the National Basketball Association from 1949–1959 for the St Louis Bombers, Boston Celtics, and St Louis Hawks. During his career, Macauley earned four All-NBA selections and won a championship with the Hawks in 1958.
-College Star and Early NBA Days
-Macauley excelled at Saint Louis University, earning All-American honors.
-Drafted by the St. Louis Bombers in 1949, he quickly established himself as a force in the fledgling NBA.
-Dominant All-Star and Scoring Threat
-A seven-time NBA All-Star (1951-1957), Macauley revolutionized the center position with his offensive prowess.
-He possessed a smooth shooting touch, exceptional footwork, and a knack for scoring in the paint.
-In 1951, he became the first-ever NBA All-Star Game MVP, showcasing his well-rounded skillset.
-Championship Glory and Legacy
-After stints with the St. Louis Bombers and Boston Celtics, Macauley found championship success with the St. Louis Hawks in 1958.
-He retired with a scoring average of 17.8 points per game, a significant number for a center in that era.
-In 1960, Macauley was enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, becoming one of the youngest players ever inducted at the time (age 32).
-His jersey number (22) was retired by the Boston Celtics in 1963.
Ed Macauley Career Stats
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Ed Macauley NBA career numbers, stats, and more from Basketball-Reference.com. He wore the Number 50, Number 22, and Number 20 during his NBA career.
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