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J. Walter Kennedy | |
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| 2nd Commissioner of the NBA | |
| In office September 1, 1963 – June 1, 1975 | |
| Preceded by | Maurice Podoloff |
| Succeeded by | Larry O'Brien |
| Mayor of Stamford | |
| In office December 1, 1959 – August 6, 1963 | |
| Preceded by | Conrad J. Engelke |
| Succeeded by | William F. Hickey Jr. (interim) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | James Walter Kennedy June 8, 1912 Stamford, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Died | June 26, 1977 (aged 65) Stamford, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Resting place | St. Michaels Cemetery, Springdale, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Marion McRedmond |
| Children | 3, including David |
| Alma mater | University of Notre Dame |
| Profession | Politician Sports administrator |
James Walter Kennedy (June 8, 1912 – June 26, 1977) was an American businessman, politician, and commissioner of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1963 until 1975.