George McGinnis was a professional basketball player who had a successful career in the NBA and ABA. He was a two-time ABA All-Star and a four-time NBA All-Star. He was also named to the All-ABA Second Team twice and the All-NBA Second Team once.

McGinnis was a powerful forward who was known for his ability to score and rebound. He was a dominant force in the paint, often overpowering defenders with his strength and athleticism. He was also a great passer, often finding open teammates for easy baskets.

McGinnis was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the 1972 ABA Draft. He played four seasons with the Pacers, leading them to the ABA Championship in 1973. He was named the ABA MVP in 1975 and was selected to the All-ABA First Team that same year.

In 1976, McGinnis joined the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA. He played four seasons with the 76ers, making the All-Star team each year. He was also named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1979.

McGinnis finished his career with the Denver Nuggets and the Detroit Pistons. He retired in 1982 after ten seasons in the ABA and NBA.

McGinnis was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017. He is remembered as one of the most dominant forwards of his era and one of the best players in ABA history.

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