Bob Pettit, imposing Hawks great and first NBA MVP, dies at 93
Summary
Bob Pettit, a basketball star and the first NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 1956, died at age 93. He played 11 seasons with the Hawks, led them to a championship in 1958, and was known as a strong scorer and rebounder.Key Facts
- Bob Pettit died at 93, announced by Louisiana State University (LSU).
- He was the NBA’s first MVP in 1956 and won the MVP again in 1959.
- Pettit played 11 NBA seasons, all with the Hawks franchise.
- He helped the Hawks win the NBA championship in 1958.
- Pettit was a consistent All-Star and MVP of the NBA All-Star game four times.
- He averaged 26.4 points and 16.2 rebounds per game in his career.
- Pettit was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970.
- LSU retired his jersey number, and he is honored with a statue outside their arena.
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