Sixers release statement on the passing of former coach Chris Ford
On Wednesday, the Philadelphia 76ers and NBA family received some terrible news that Chris Ford passed away at the age of 74. Ford was the interim coach of the Sixers in the 2003-04 season replacing Randy Ayers.
He went to Holy Spirit High School in Absecon, NJ and he then went to Villanova for college before going on to have a successful 10-year career in the NBA. He made the first 3-pointer in NBA history while a member of the Boston Celtics in the 1979-80 season while winning three championships as a player and a coach.
With the news of the passing of Ford, the official Twitter account of the Sixers released a statement honoring his life and legacy.
Our sincerest condolences go out to the Ford family.
A 3x NBA champion as a player and coach, Chris will be fondly remembered for his contributions to the game, including his time at Villanova & w/ the 76ers.
Chris’ legacy stretches far beyond basketball. He will be missed. https://t.co/QijpxSPexb
— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) January 18, 2023
Ford was drafted No. 17 by the Detroit Pistons in the 1972 NBA draft after a standout career at Villanova where he helped lead the Wildcats to the NCAA title game in 1971. He spent a little over six seasons with the Pistons before he was traded to the Celtics.
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