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YouTube Gold: The Great George McGinnis

Basketball historians are taking a fresh look at the career of George McGinnis, a dominant forward whose unique playing style and accomplishments are sometimes overlooked today. After a standout sophomore season at Indiana University where he put up nearly thirty points per contest, McGinnis turned pro in the ABA and quickly powered the Indiana Pacers to a pair of league championships.

Later moving to the NBA, he formed part of a star-studded Philadelphia 76ers squad alongside Julius Erving, Doug Collins, Darryl Dawkins, Lloyd Free, Joe Bryant, and Steve Mix. That powerhouse Philadelphia roster advanced to the NBA Finals in 1977, though they ultimately dropped a six-game series to Bill Walton and the Portland Trail Blazers.

Beyond his team success, McGinnis was known for a distinctive shooting mechanic that relied exclusively on his right hand while his left hand fell away from the ball. He eventually moved on to the Denver Nuggets in a trade for Bobby Jones and Ralph Simpson before concluding his playing days back with the Pacers.

Although injuries eventually caught up with him during his later years in Indianapolis, his prime years remain unforgettable to those who witnessed his incredible athleticism and rebounding prowess.

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