John O'Brien
American basketball referee and administrator
About John O'Brien
Lived 1888 – 1967 (aged 79). John O'Brien was an American basketball official.
John Jeremiah O'Brien (born November 4, 1888 – December 9, 1967) was an American basketball referee and administrator. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was involved in organizing several early professional basketball leagues. In 1921, he founded the Metropolitan Basketball League, which had featured the Original Celtics at one point in time. From 1928 to 1953 he was an executive with American Basketball League, serving as president and, later, as chairman of the board. He was enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame as a contributor in 1961.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John O'Brien?
American basketball referee and administrator (1888–1967)
When was John O'Brien born?
John O'Brien was born on 4 November 1888 in Brooklyn.
When did John O'Brien die?
John O'Brien died on 9 December 1967 in Oceanside.
What was John O'Brien's occupation?
John O'Brien was a basketball official.
What nationality was John O'Brien?
John O'Brien was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John O'Brien (basketball, born 1888)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John O'Brien. https://biography.guide/john-o-brien-basketball-official/
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