Bob Pettit, born on December 12, 1932, was a legendary basketball player known for his time with the Milwaukee/St. Louis Hawks in the NBA. Standing at 6'9", Pettit was a dominant force on the court, earning 11 All-Star selections and two NBA Most Valuable Player awards during his career. He led the Hawks to their only NBA championship in 1958 and was known for his scoring ability and tenacious rebounding. Pettit was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970 and his impact on the game is still celebrated today.