Tom Gola was one of the most successful basketball players of all time. He was a five-time All-American and a four-time All-Star. He was a member of the Philadelphia Warriors, the New York Knicks, and the Los Angeles Lakers. He was also a member of the 1956 gold medal-winning U.S. Olympic basketball team.

Gola was a versatile player who could play any position on the court. He was known for his passing ability and his ability to score from anywhere on the court. He was also a great rebounder and defender. He was a leader on the court and was respected by his teammates and opponents alike.

Gola was a two-time NCAA champion with La Salle University. He was also the first player in NCAA history to record 2,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in a career. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1976.

Gola was also an accomplished coach. He coached La Salle University from 1968 to 1970 and the Philadelphia 76ers from 1973 to 1975. He was also the head coach of the New York Nets from 1976 to 1978.

Gola was a pioneer in the game of basketball and his legacy will live on forever. He was a great player, coach, and leader who had a profound impact on the game. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

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