Personal information | |
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Born | New York City, New York, U.S. | January 23, 1959
Died | July 21, 2024 | (aged 65)
Listed height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
Listed weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
Career information | |
College | Michigan State (1976–1980) |
NBA draft | 1980: 4th round, 74th overall pick |
Selected by the Chicago Bulls | |
Position | Power forward / center |
Career history | |
1981–1982 | Caja de Ronda |
1982–1983 | Detroit Spirits |
1987 | Segafredo Gorizia |
Career highlights and awards | |
Stats at Basketball-Reference.com |
Ronald Alexander Charles (January 23, 1959 – July 21, 2024) was an American basketball player. He was a member of Michigan State's 1979 national championship team and played professionally in many leagues, including Italy's Lega Basket Serie A. Charles died suddenly on July 21, 2024, at the age of 65.[1]