Ramsay began his career as a coach in the NBA in 1967, when he was hired by the Philadelphia 76ers. He quickly established himself as a successful coach, leading the 76ers to the NBA Finals in 1967 and 1968. He then moved on to the Buffalo Braves, where he led the team to the playoffs in three consecutive seasons.
Ramsay then moved to the Portland Trail Blazers in 1976, where he coached the team to its first and only NBA championship in 1977. He was also named NBA Coach of the Year in 1977.
Ramsay then moved on to the Indiana Pacers, where he coached the team to the Eastern Conference Finals in 1981 and 1982. He also served as the team's general manager from 1986 to 1988.
Ramsay's final coaching job was with the Miami Heat, where he coached the team for two seasons from 1989 to 1991. He then retired from coaching and became a broadcaster for the Heat.
Throughout his career, Ramsay was known for his innovative coaching strategies and his ability to motivate players to reach their full potential. He was also known for his strong work ethic and his dedication to the sport. He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992.
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