About Bob Carney
Lived 1932 – 2011 (aged 79). Bob Carney was an American basketball player and screenwriter.
Robert Lee Carney (August 3, 1932 – November 9, 2011) was an American basketball player.
He played in West Aurora High School and collegiately for Bradley University.
He was selected by the Milwaukee Hawks in the 6th round (47th pick overall) of the 1954 NBA draft.
He played for the Minneapolis Lakers (1954–55) in the NBA for 19 games.
Career statistics
NBA Source
Regular season YearTeamGPMPGFG%FT%RPGAPGPPGMinneapolis1912.8.375.5252.4.83.6
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Carney?
American basketball player (1932-2011)
When was Bob Carney born?
Bob Carney was born on 3 August 1932 in Aurora.
When did Bob Carney die?
Bob Carney died on 9 November 2011 in Normal.
What was Bob Carney's occupation?
Bob Carney was a basketball player and screenwriter.
What nationality was Bob Carney?
Bob Carney was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Carney. https://biography.guide/bob-carney/
MLA: "Bob Carney." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-carney/.
Chicago: "Bob Carney." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-carney/.
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