George McGinnis, a basketball legend, has passed away at the age of 73. He was a prominent figure in both the ABA and NBA, known for his physical abilities and athletic prowess. McGinnis won two titles with the Indiana Pacers in the ABA and was a three-time NBA All-Star. His impact on the basketball community was profound, as evidenced by the outpouring of tributes from various individuals and organizations, including Julius Erving, the NBA, and the Indiana Pacers. McGinnis' legacy as an iconic figure in basketball history is widely recognized, and his passing has left a significant void in the sports world.
Pacers honor George McGinnis ahead of Pacers-Clippers. Nice applause from the crowd after the moment of silence. https://t.co/FyzMPnKsKm
Very sad week. George McGinnis was such a class act and tremendous player. I’ll never forget him coming to my game when I broke his Indianapolis scoring record & they stopped the game & he came on court for a pic. So kind & gracious. My prayers go out to his family.
George McGinnis, whose rare combination of size and agility made him a pillar of two early 1970s championship teams in the upstart ABA, but whose heralded pairing with Julius Erving on the NBA 76ers failed to fulfill expectations of a title, died at 73. https://t.co/NIwcefIkLc
George McGinnis won two titles with the Pacers of the ABA. before joining Julius Erving on the NBA.’s 76ers, but it was 35 years before the Hall of Fame inducted him. https://t.co/qFU657001T
Before Indiana’s game with Kansas, a moment of silence was held for George McGinnis #IUBB @whas11 https://t.co/ne5mgKz9aE
George McGinnis, whose rare combination of size and agility made him a pillar of two early 1970s championship teams in the ABA, but whose heralded pairing with Julius Erving on the NBA’s 76ers failed to fulfill expectations of a title, died at 73. https://t.co/DuEtLrK4ut
Spent a couple hours with George McGinnis a while back in Indianapolis while researching my upcoming book. (March, 2024.) He was not in great shape physically but couldn't have been warmer or more accommodating. IU jacket, ABA ball, NBA memories. https://t.co/DabFkF57fq
In Memoriam: George McGinnis (1950-2023) https://t.co/5qAJjLezD9
George McGinnis Dies at 73; Powered His Way to Basketball Stardom https://t.co/x2sDsey3dW
George McGinnis, NBA Hall of Famer, RIP
George McGinnis gave me a high-five when I was a kid and he was back with @Pacers, playing a preseason game at Kent State. I just stood in the stands, one of a handful of people, long before tipoff. He ran over to me, gave me five and said, “Want my autograph?” I hadn’t planned…
George McGinnis won two titles with the Pacers of the ABA before joining Julius Erving on the NBA’s 76ers, but it took 35 years for him to enter the Hall of Fame. He has died at 73. https://t.co/36eQpDbk3O
George McGinnis, who won two titles with the Indiana Pacers of the ABA before joining Julius Erving on the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers, died on Thursday in Indianapolis. He was 73. The 76ers’ slogan for McGinnis was “Let George Do It.” https://t.co/dhezyUTfcU https://t.co/p2bwDoeRQ0
RIP George McGinnis. • #HSBB Natty champ & Mr. Basketball USA • Record 148 points in #IHSAA Tourney • 53 points, 31 rebounds in IN vs. KY All-Star Game • National Grid-Hoop POY (2X) • Turned down 🏈offers @ IU & NFL More on McGinnis 👉 https://t.co/XGS4LPllhQ https://t.co/QTA6F6KD5H
George McGinnis, a Hall of Fame forward who was a two-time ABA champion and three-time All-Star in the NBA and ABA, has died at age 73, the Indiana Pacers say. https://t.co/JrkPKQ2q1K
sad to hear about passing of Naismith HOF George McGinnis at 73. ABA great, Sixers' All Star and one of the first NBA stars I covered for Philadelphia Daily News.
The NBA mourns the passing of Naismith Hall of Famer and Indiana basketball icon George McGinnis, a two-time ABA champion with the Indiana Pacers, an ABA MVP and a three-time NBA All-Star. We extend our deepest condolences to the McGinnis family. https://t.co/fFyTfE3Hc8
Indiana basketball legend George McGinnis dies at 73: 'He was like Superman' https://t.co/ex7zZTKE50
NBA All-Star George McGinnis dies at 73 after complications from a cardiac arrest https://t.co/QNV7F4ujcs
Indiana basketball legend George McGinnis passed away early Thursday morning at 73. His one year with the Hoosiers' varsity basketball team is among the most prolific individual seasons in IU history. #iubb https://t.co/IxarlyoI1L
George McGinnis was one of the most gracious athletes I've ever interviewed. He welcomed me into his home 7 years ago before his Hall of Fame induction and we spoke as if he'd known me his entire life. A legend who will be greatly missed. RIP https://t.co/JpTwU5ey7V
#RIP George McGinnis. A 1970s ABA version of Karl Malone for his hometown Indiana Pacers, a powerful, athletic rebounder and scorer inside 15 feet. His NBA career fell from elite status after three seasons, but there's a reason he's in the Basketball Hall of Fame.
I wrote a tribute to McGinnis upon his HOF induction. Exchanged words of affection at ABA’ 50th reunion. Spoke 2 him on his 71st birthday, hoping 2 see him while in Indy. Another treasured friend gone. As muscular & celestial as he was, George never threw his frame or fame around
NBA great George McGinnis dead at 73 following complications of cardiac arrest https://t.co/uuQeJgf8Zl
Indiana basketball legend, Hall of Famer George McGinnis dies at age 73 https://t.co/YGBTVjn7T0 #iubb
Pacers legend and Hall of Famer George McGinnis died Thursday morning, the NBA announced. He was 73 years old https://t.co/XZWvi9ffr2
NBA, ABA great George McGinnis dead at 73 https://t.co/aGBxDdQjLY https://t.co/z4YRaOUVsT
Pacers Legend George McGinnis Dead At 73 After Cardiac Arrest | Click to read more 👇 https://t.co/3XvOTiDHgC
George McGinnis dies at 73: Basketball Hall of Famer starred for Pacers, others in NBA and ABA https://t.co/h5GwiU3yZR
NBA Hall Of Famer George McGinnis has passed away at 73. RIP to a Pacers legend. https://t.co/NHjFJIvXw6
The Pacers announced the passing of Hall of Famer George McGinnis at age 73. McGinnis was a six-time ABA and NBA All-Star with the Pacers, 76ers and Nuggets. https://t.co/gw76eQq6SI
Julius Erving says George McGinnis was "build like Superman. Until LeBron (James) came along, you never saw another guy that had George's physical abilities on a basketball court." Story by @DanaBenbow RIP, Big George. https://t.co/ioIk9iugRX
Growing up, out side of the Pistons , it was Dr. J and George McGinnis for me. Coaching at @IndianaMBB allowed me to get to meet him and he treated us great. Whenever you were around George , you felt his energy and presence. He is an IU, @Pacers @NBA and ABA LEGEND. RIP George.