Quintin Dailey
NBA basketball player, Chicago Bulls, shooting guard
Quintin Dailey (born January 22, 1961 – died November 3, 2014) was an American professional basketball player who had a notable career in the NBA during the 1980s and early 1990s. Drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 1982 out of the University of San Francisco, Dailey established himself as a reliable scorer and shooting guard during his time in professional basketball. Over his NBA career spanning multiple seasons, he played for several teams including the Bulls, Philadelphia 76ers, and other franchises, contributing as a backcourt player. Dailey was known for his scoring prowess and competitive spirit on the court. While his career was shorter than some of his contemporaries, he represented the talent pool of 1980s NBA basketball. His career was also notable for the personal challenges he faced, which reflected broader issues within professional sports during that era. Dailey's legacy in basketball, though sometimes overshadowed by more prominent players of his generation, remains part of NBA history during a transformative period for the league.
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American
1961
2014
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