Legendary Bulls forward Bob Love dies at 81 after cancer battle
Legendary Chicago Bulls forward Bob Love, one of the first stars the team had, has died at the age of 81 after a battle with cancer.
Legendary Chicago Bulls forward Bob Love, one of the first stars the team had, has died at the age of 81 after a battle with cancer.
Love spent the bulk of his NBA career with the Bulls, then spent decades as a team ambassador in a variety of roles after his playing career ended.
“Bob was a true legend and a beloved member of our family,” the Bulls said in a statement.
Originally selected by Cincinnati in the 1965 NBA Draft, Love was one of the first star players for the Bulls after they entered the league. Love ultimately played nine seasons with the Bulls, averaging 21.3 points and 6.8 rebounds per game in 592 career games with Chicago.
Love during a ceremony at United Center in Chicago in January.Jeff Haynes / NBAE via Getty Images fileHe finished in the top-10 in MVP voting on two occasions, and was a three-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection.
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