Alain Gilles, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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French basketball coach
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Place of Birth: Roanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
About Alain Gilles
- Alain Gilles (May 5, 1945 – November 18, 2014) was a French professional basketball player and coach.
- Standing at 1.88 m (6' 2") tall, Gilles played at the point guard and shooting guard positions. His number 4 jersey was retired by ASVEL, and the club's logo was also designed in his honor.
- In 1991, Gilles was included in the FIBA's 50 Greatest Players list.
- The Alain Gilles Trophy (The Best French Player award) is named after him, in his honor.
- He was named The Best French Basketball Player of the 20th Century, by a panel of players, coaches, and journalists.
- He was nicknamed "Monsieur Basket" (English: "Mr.
- Basket").
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