Bob Lanier is a legendary basketball player who had a successful career in the NBA. He was selected first overall in the 1970 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons and went on to become one of the most dominant centers of his era.

Lanier was a seven-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA First Team three times. He was also named to the All-Defensive Second Team twice. He was a two-time NBA rebounding leader and was the NBA scoring leader in 1978. He was also a two-time NBA All-Star Game MVP.

Lanier was known for his strong post-up game and was a great passer for a big man. He was also a great rebounder and shot blocker. He was a great leader on the court and was a great teammate.

Lanier was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992. He was also named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History in 1996. He is remembered as one of the greatest centers of all time and is still revered by basketball fans today.

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