Former Syracuse, NBA Player Billy Gabor Dies at Age 97

Former Syracuse University and Syracuse Nationals basketball star Billy Gabor died Tuesday at the age of 97 due to complications from pneumonia.

According to Mike Waters of Syracuse.com, Gabor was believed to be the oldest living former NBA player prior to his death.

Gabor starred at Syracuse University for four seasons beginning in 1942-43 and ending in 1947-48, with two years spent serving in World War II as part of the Air Force. He also spent six seasons in the NBA and was named an All-Star in 1952-53.

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