Last Updated on December 25, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is detailed information about Bill Bridges:

  • Full Name: Bill Edward Bridges
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on April 4, 1939 – Passed away on September 25, 2015 (aged 76)
  • Hometown: Hobbs, New Mexico, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters)
  • Weight: 228 pounds (103 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)
  • Number: 32, 12, 50 (worn at different points in his career)
  • Position: Power Forward / Small Forward
  • High School: Hobbs High School (Hobbs, New Mexico)
  • College: University of Kansas (1958–1961)
  • NBA Draft: Undrafted in 1961
  • Teams Played For:
    • ABL:
      • Kansas City Steers (1961–1963)
    • NBA:
      • St. Louis / Atlanta Hawks (1963–1971)
      • Philadelphia 76ers (1971–1973)
      • Los Angeles Lakers (1973–1975)
  • Accolades:
    • 3× NBA All-Star: 1967, 1968, 1970
    • Renowned rebounder: Ranked among the league’s top rebounders during his career, finishing with over 11,000 career rebounds.
    • NBA Champion: Contributed to the Lakers’ championship victory in 1975 during the latter part of his career.

Championship Rings:

    • 1× NBA Champion: 1975 (Los Angeles Lakers)
  • Kids: Information not widely available
  • Siblings: Information not widely available

Known for his toughness, tenacity, and work ethic, Bill Bridges was an undersized forward who made a significant impact with his rebounding and defensive skills. He remains one of the most respected players of his era.