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Who is called the Houdini of basketball?
Boston Celtics/Holy Cross great point guard, Bob Cousy was called "The Houdini of the Hardwood." By the way, Cousy played the school athletic director in the Nick Nolte/Shaq film, "Blue Chips."
What nicknames does Bob Dylan go by?
Bob Cousy goes by The Houdini of the Hardwood, and Cooz.
What was the most popular sport of the 1950s?
According to library.thinkquest.org: " Bob Cousy was definitely one of the greatest players in the 1950's. He was born on August 9, 1928. Cousy grew up to play in the NBA for the Boston Celtics from 1950-1963. He was one of the best guards the game ever saw. During his career, Bob Cousy led his team to six championships including five in a row from 1959 to 1963. Also during that time, the "Houdini of the Hardwood" as they sometimes call Cousy, led the team by assists eight times, made ten all-star appearences, and won the MVP Award in 1957. This was also the year he won his first championship. After Cousy's playing career, he became a college basketball coach and a sports broadcaster. He was also named to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970. As you can see, Bob Cousy was one of the best athletes America has ever seen. Bob Cousy was definitely one of the greatest players in the 1950's. He was born on August 9, 1928. Cousy grew up to play in the NBA for the Boston Celtics from 1950-1963. He was one of the best guards the game ever saw. During his career, Bob Cousy led his team to six championships including five in a row from 1959 to 1963. Also during that time, the "Houdini of the Hardwood" as they sometimes call Cousy, led the team by assists eight times, made ten all-star appearences, and won the MVP Award in 1957. This was also the year he won his first championship. After Cousy's playing career, he became a college basketball coach and a sports broadcaster. He was also named to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970. As you can see, Bob Cousy was one of the best athletes America has ever seen. Bob Cousy was definitely one of the greatest players in the 1950's. He was born on August 9, 1928. Cousy grew up to play in the NBA for the Boston Celtics from 1950-1963. He was one of the best guards the game ever saw. During his career, Bob Cousy led his team to six championships including five in a row from 1959 to 1963. Also during that time, the "Houdini of the Hardwood" as they sometimes call Cousy, led the team by assists eight times, made ten all-star appearences, and won the MVP Award in 1957. This was also the year he won his first championship. After Cousy's playing career, he became a college basketball coach and a sports broadcaster. He was also named to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970. As you can see, Bob Cousy was one of the best athletes America has ever seen. "
What is the birth name of Bob Cousy?
Bob Cousy's birth name is Robert Joseph Cousy.
Would Bob Cousy be able to play in modern NBA?
Give me a break! Would Bob Cousy be able to play in the modern NBA? Would Frank Sinatra sell any records today? Would M. C. Escher be a successful artist today? Would the Beatles be popular? Would Robert Pershing Wadlow (8' 11") still be considered tall? Would Eddie Gaedel (3' 7') be considered small? The sun is still warm, the night is yet again dark, and yes, Robert Joseph Cousy (aka the Cooz) would still be A W E S O M E !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Long live "The Houdini of the Hardwood" ...and long live his legend! ---- The Cousy of 50 years ago would have no chance against today's stars. But give him the same knowledge in training, nutrition, and theory that the players of today have and Cousy would as good as anybody out there.
When was Bob Cousy born?
Bob Cousy was born on August 9, 1928.
What is Bob Cousy's birthday?
Bob Cousy was born on August 9, 1928.
When was Bob Cousy Award created?
Bob Cousy Award was created in 2004.
What has the author Bob Cousy written?
Bob Cousy has written: 'Basketball concepts and techniques'
What has the author Paul Cousy written?
Paul Cousy has written: 'Cris de la tranchee'
What has the author Robert Cousy written?
Robert Cousy has written: 'Basketball' -- subject(s): Basketball
