When Did Elgin Baylor Die?

Elgin Gay Baylor was an American professional basketball player, coach, and executive. He played 14 seasons as a forward in the National Basketball Association for the Minneapolis/Los Angeles Lakers, appearing in eight NBA Finals.

How did Elgin Baylor die?

Elgin Baylor, the Los Angeles Lakers legend, Hall of Famer and 11-time NBA All-Star, has died of natural causes, the Lakers said Monday. He was 86. Baylor's wife, Elaine, and daughter, Krystal, were at his side when he died, the NBA said.

When did Elgin Baylor retired?

“I say without reservation that Elgin Baylor is the greatest cornerman who ever played pro basketball,” he told the Los Angeles Times at Baylor's retirement in 1971.

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