Live broadcast on October 29 Beijing Time on October 29, 2006, Boston Celtics legendary coach, general manager and president, Cardinal Aubach died of heart disease at the age of 89.
Auerbach began to coach the Celtics in the 1950-1951 season and won 938 regular season victories in 16 seasons, winning 9 championships. During his tenure as the general manager of the team, he successfully selected and trained Larry Byrd and others. He kept the Celtics brilliant for 40 years and won 16 championships with the team. The image of him holding a cigar is deeply rooted in people’s hearts.
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