Len Chappell (January 31, 1941 – July 12, 2018) was an American professional basketball player known for his successful college and NBA careers. Here are some key points about his life and career:

·  College Career at Wake Forest:

  • Chappell played college basketball at Wake Forest University from 1959 to 1962.
  • He was a standout player for the Demon Deacons, leading the team to multiple successful seasons.
  • Chappell was named ACC Player of the Year twice (1961, 1962) and earned consensus All-American honors in 1962.
  • He led Wake Forest to the Final Four in 1962, one of the most significant achievements in the school's basketball history.

·  Professional Career:

  • Chappell was selected in the first round of the 1962 NBA Draft by the Syracuse Nationals (who became the Philadelphia 76ers).
  • He played in the NBA from 1962 to 1971, suiting up for several teams, including the Syracuse Nationals, Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, Chicago Bulls, Cincinnati Royals, Detroit Pistons, Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Atlanta Hawks.
  • Chappell also had a brief stint in the American Basketball Association (ABA) with the Dallas Chaparrals.
  • He was an NBA All-Star in 1964, representing the New York Knicks.

 

Offered is a vintage signed 3x5 index card in blue ballpoint ink.  Chappell appeared in both the 1969-70 and 1970-71 Topps Tall Boys sets.  This is a vintage signed autograph (not his later scrunched up signature). His autograph is seldomly offered for sale.


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Guaranteed to pass PSA, JSA, BAS.





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