Tom Heinsohn

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American Basketballer Tom Heinsohn was born Thomas William Heinsohn on 26th August, 1934 in Union City, New Jersey, USA and passed away on 10th Nov 2020 aged 86. He is most remembered for Boston Celtics. His zodiac sign is Virgo.

Tom Heinsohn is a member of the following lists: NBA broadcasters, 1934 births and People from Jersey City, New Jersey.

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First Name	Thomas
Middle Name	William
Last Name	Heinsohn
Full Name at Birth	Thomas William Heinsohn
Alternative Name	Tom, Tommy Heinsohn, Ack-Ack
Birthday	26th August, 1934
Birthplace	Union City, New Jersey, USA
Died	10th November, 2020
Height	6' 7" (201 cm)
Weight	218lbs (99 kg)
Build	Large
Hair Color	Grey
Zodiac Sign	Virgo
Ethnicity	White
Nationality	American
High School	Saint Michael's in Union City, New Jersey
University	College of the Holy Cross
Occupation Text	Basketball Player
Occupation	Basketball
Basketball Position	Forward, Center
NBA First Game Date	27th October, 1956
Draft	Boston Celtics, 1956 NBA Draft (territorial selection)
Hall of Fame	Inducted as Player in 1986
Claim to Fame	Boston Celtics

Thomas William Heinsohn (August 26, 1934 – November 9, 2020) was an American professional basketball player, coach, and broadcaster. He was associated with the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA) for six decades as a player, coach and broadcaster. He played for the Celtics from 1956 to 1965, and also coached the team from 1969 to 1978. He spent over 30 years as the color commentator for the Celtics' local broadcasts alongside play-by-play commentator Mike Gorman. He is regarded as one of the most iconic Celtics figures in the franchise's history, known during his lifetime for his charisma and loyalty to the team and its traditions. From this, he earned the nickname "Mr. Celtic".

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