Hank Finkel

Who is Hank Finkel?

Henry J. Finkel is a retired American professional basketball player.

A 7'0" center from the University of Dayton, Finkel played nine seasons in the National Basketball Association as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, San Diego Rockets, and Boston Celtics. He spent the majority of his career in Boston, serving as a backup to future Hall-of-Famer Dave Cowens. Finkel averaged 5.1 points per game and 3.9 rebounds per game in his career and won an NBA Championship with the Celtics in 1974.

After his playing days ended, Finkel established his own office furniture company.