About Bob Dietz
Lived 1917 – 1999 (aged 81). Bob Dietz was an American basketball player.
Robert Edward Dietz (December 4, 1917 – May 4, 1999) was an American professional basketball player. He played in the National Basketball League for the Indianapolis Kautskys for four seasons and averaged 4.6 points per game for his career. He served as a player-coach during the 1946–47 season.
Dietz served in the Navy during World War II. Aside from his playing career, he also coached Butler University's men's basketball and tennis teams, serving as an assistant in basketball and the head coach for tennis.
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Who was Bob Dietz?
American basketball player
When was Bob Dietz born?
Bob Dietz was born on 4 December 1917 in Indianapolis.
When did Bob Dietz die?
Bob Dietz died on 24 May 1999 in Carmel.
What was Bob Dietz's occupation?
Bob Dietz was a basketball player.
What nationality was Bob Dietz?
Bob Dietz was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Dietz. https://biography.guide/bob-dietz/
MLA: "Bob Dietz." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-dietz/.
Chicago: "Bob Dietz." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-dietz/.
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