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  1. dc rock

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    Former rotund Jazz head coach and executive known for eating fans' popcorn and hot dogs during games. Crazy he lived to 93. I remember him from NBA bloopers vhs tapes I rented at Hollywood Video.



    Warm farewell. Fair winds and following seas.
     
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    Seemed like a cool guy coaching the Jazz. Then he was succeeded by Darth Vader.
     
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    I’m shocked. I thought he had died a couple of decades ago.
     
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    Frank was unique. And exited before his use-by-date. Smart, fun, insightful. Not likely a fit in the ‘20s with the buttoned down FO/coaches
     
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    Hated the Jazz but I loved this guy.

    He was a great ambassador to the game of basketball/NBA.

    RIP Mr. Layden
     
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    Can't believe Frank Layden lived to 93. Me and my cousin watched the hell out of that tape.
    RIP
     
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    Marv was Bob Costas before Bob Costas

    Rest In Peace Mr. Layden

    Rocket River
     
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