Ray was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 1972 and played for them until 1977. During his time with the Warriors, he was a two-time NBA All-Star and was part of the 1975 NBA Championship team. He was also named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 1976.
Ray was then traded to the Chicago Bulls in 1977 and played for them until 1981. During his time with the Bulls, he was a two-time NBA All-Star and was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team in 1979.
Ray was known for his defensive ability, as he was a great shot blocker and rebounder. He was also a great team player, as he was willing to do whatever it took to help his team win.
Ray retired from the NBA in 1981 and went on to become a coach. He was an assistant coach for the Golden State Warriors from 1982 to 1986 and then became the head coach of the Warriors from 1986 to 1988.
Ray was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018. He was also inducted into the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame in 2019.
Throughout his career, Ray was a great defensive player and team player. He was a two-time NBA All-Star and was part of the 1975 NBA Championship team. He was also a great coach, as he was an assistant coach for the Warriors and the head coach of the Warriors. Ray is a true basketball legend and will always be remembered for his contributions to the game.
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