When was Arnold Jacob Auerbach born and where did he grow up?
Arnold Jacob Auerbach arrived in the world on the 20th of September 1917. He grew up in Williamsburg, Brooklyn as one of four children born to Marie and Hyman Auerbach.
Questions about Red Auerbach
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What significant NBA draft pick did Red Auerbach make in 1950?
In 1950, Auerbach drafted Chuck Cooper with a second-round pick making him the first black player selected by an NBA team. This move effectively broke the color barrier in professional basketball.
How many championships did the Boston Celtics win under Red Auerbach between 1957 and 1966?
From 1957 to 1966 the Celtics won nine of ten championships including eight consecutive titles which stands as the longest streak in North American sports history. They defeated the Los Angeles Lakers six times during this dominant run.
Who were the players in the first all-black starting five coached by Red Auerbach in 1964?
The players were Bill Russell Willie Naulls Tom Sanders Sam Jones and K.C. Jones. By 1966 he appointed Bill Russell as the first African-American head coach in the four major North American sports.
When did Arnold Jacob Auerbach die and what was his age at death?
Auerbach died of a heart attack on the 28th of October 2006 at age 89. He had served as president until his death after holding various executive roles since 1966.