Chet Walker

Basketball Player

Birthday February 22, 1940

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Michigan

DEATH DATE Jun 8, 2024 (84)

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About

Seven-time All-Star forward who was one of the finest free-throw shooters in NBA history. His professional playing career lasted from 1962 until 1975. He played for the Philadelphia 76ers and the Chicago Bulls.

Before Fame

He led Bradley University to two NIT titles during his collegiate career.

Trivia

He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame 37 years after his playing career ended. 

Family Life

His father John beat his mother, prompting him never to get married in fear that he would repeat his father's actions.

Associated With

He played alongside Wilt Chamberlain on the 1967 NBA Champion Philadelphia 76ers.