Gail Goodrich was an American professional basketball player who had a successful career in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was known for his quickness and agility on the court, and was a prolific scorer.

Goodrich was born in Los Angeles, California, and attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He was a two-time All-American and led the Bruins to the 1965 NCAA championship. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 1965, and quickly became a fan favorite. He was a key member of the Lakers' 1971–72 championship team, and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1973.

Goodrich was traded to the Phoenix Suns in 1975, and helped the team reach the 1976 NBA Finals. He was traded to the New Orleans Jazz in 1977, and retired after the 1978–79 season. He was a five-time All-Star, and was named to the NBA's 35th Anniversary Team in 1980.

Goodrich was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1996. He was also inducted into the UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame in 1996, and the UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame Circle of Honor in 2006. He was also named one of the NBA's 50 Greatest Players in 1996.

Goodrich's career was marked by his ability to score, as well as his leadership and team play. He was a key contributor to the success of the teams he played for, and his legacy continues to be remembered today.

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