Pat Williams (basketball)

DeathJuly 172024

Pat Williams (basketball)

Pat Williams, American basketball player (born 1940)

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In context

When
Wednesday, July 17 20242 years ago
Category
DeathA notable person who died on this day.
Era
21st century · 2020s
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Person
Pat Williams (basketball)

At a glance

Born 1940-05-03; died 2024-07-17.

Known as: basketball player. Citizenship: United States.

Listed as: human.

Who they were

Patrick Livingston Murphy Williams was an American sports executive, who served as senior vice president of the Orlando Magic. Williams began his career as a minor league baseball player, and later joined the front office of his team. In the late 1960s he moved into basketball, with his biggest achievements being the 1983 title of the Philadelphia 76ers and being a partner in the creation of the Orlando Magic.

Early life

Educated at: Indiana University Bloomington and Tower Hill School.

Early life Williams was born in 1940 in Philadelphia , the second oldest of four children and the only son. He was raised in Wilmington, Delaware , attending Tower Hill School where his father coached and taught. He became a friend of Ruly Carpenter , son of Philadelphia Phillies owner Bob "R.R.M." Carpenter , who would bring Williams to the Phillies’ dugout and clubhouse, as well as to the team's spring training in Clearwater, Florida . [ 1 ]

Path and career

Awards / honours: John Bunn Award.

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