Indiana Pacers Hall of Fame coach, Bobby “Slick” Leonard passed away on Tuesday at age 88, according to multiple reports.
Simply put, the Indiana Pacers would not exist without the legendary life and accomplishments of Slick. While his passing marks a sad and solemn time in team history, his life’s impact on the franchise and city of Indianapolis will remain for many generations to come.
Leonard grew up in Terre Haute and played for Indiana University in the early 1950’s, highlighted by making the game-winning free throws to lock up IU’s 1953 NCAA championship.