Al Attles, a Hall of Famer who coached the 1975 NBA champion Warriors and spent over six decades with the team as a player, general manager, and team ambassador, has passed away at 87.
The Warriors announced Wednesday that Attles died at his East Bay home on Tuesday, surrounded by family. Known as “The Destroyer” for his tough playing style, Attles devoted his entire career to the Warriors after being drafted in the fifth round in 1960, marking the longest tenure with a single franchise in NBA history.
“Alvin leaves behind a profound legacy within the game of basketball and the Bay Area community, but especially as a family man and humanitarian,” the Warriors said in a statement. “We mourn his loss alongside his wife, Wilhelmina, son Alvin, and all who knew and loved him.”
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