About Jim Riffey
Lived 1923 – 2018 (aged 94). Jim Riffey was an American basketball player.
James R. Riffey (December 14, 1923 – January 30, 2018) was an American professional basketball player. Riffey was selected in the second round (19th overall) of the 1950 NBA draft by the Fort Wayne Pistons after a collegiate career at Tulane.
Career statistics
NBA Source
Regular season YearTeamGPFG%FT%RPGAPGPPGFort Wayne35.351.7691.7.54.3
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Riffey?
American professional basketball player
When was Jim Riffey born?
Jim Riffey was born on 14 December 1923 in Washington.
When did Jim Riffey die?
Jim Riffey died on 30 January 2018 in Battle Creek.
What was Jim Riffey's occupation?
Jim Riffey was a basketball player.
What nationality was Jim Riffey?
Jim Riffey was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Riffey. https://biography.guide/jim-riffey/
MLA: "Jim Riffey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-riffey/.
Chicago: "Jim Riffey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-riffey/.
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