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“I'm ecstatic that I had the opportunity to play in the American Basketball Association. It was an opportunity to be part of something new and exciting and I think everyone who played would tell you the same thing.”

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Mel Daniels, born on July 20, 1944, and passed away on October 30, 2015, was an accomplished American professional basketball player. Known for his exceptional scoring ability and leadership on the court, he played for the Boston Celtics and the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. more

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