John S. Palmer

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John S. Palmer (b. September 14, 1921 in Hollywood, California) is a former pro basketball player. He was a member of the Original New York Knickerbockers, and was their leading scorer in their inaugural season 1946/47. Palmer is considered to be one of the inventors of the jump shot.

After his NBA career ended, Palmer went on to a successful broadcasting career.

[edit] Reference

  • John Christgau: The Origins of the Jump Shot. Eight men who shook the world of Basketball, University of Nebraska Press, Lincoln (NE) 1999.
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