Dick Motta
Career Overview

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Dick Motta, a name synonymous with basketball coaching, began his journey in the sport as a player before transitioning to a coaching career that spanned nearly three decades. Born on July 15, 1931, in the small town of Hiawatha, Kansas, Motta's early life was steeped in sports, particularly basketball. He played college basketball at the University of Utah,

Dick Motta, a name synonymous with basketball coaching, began his journey in the sport as a player before transitioning to a coaching career that spanned nearly three decades. Born on July 15, 1931, in the small town of Hiawatha, Kansas, Motta's early life was steeped in sports, particularly basketball. He played college basketball at the University of Utah,

Career Coaching Record

NBA 1969-1997

Win-Loss

935–1017

Win %

.479

Post Season

56–70

Championships

1

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Career Timeline

1969-1976

Chicago Bulls (NBA)

Head Coach

1974-1976

Chicago Bulls (NBA)

General Manager

1977-1980

Washington Bullets (NBA)

Head Coach

1981-1996

Dallas Mavericks (NBA)

Head Coach

1990-1992

Sacramento Kings (NBA)

Head Coach

1997

Denver Nuggets (NBA)

Head Coach

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