Carroll Dawson, who spent nearly three decades with the Houston Rockets‘ organization as an assistant coach and general manager, has died at the age of 86, the team announced Monday.
No other details of his death were given.
“The Rockets family mourns the loss of beloved former coach and general manager, Carroll Dawson, affectionately known as ‘CD,'” the team said.
He was an assistant coach with Houston from 1980 to ’97. The Rockets were 461-409 with six trips to the playoffs during his tenure as GM of the Rockets from 1996 to 2007.
“For nearly three decades, CD was a cornerstone of our organization, instrumental in shaping the careers of stars like Hakeem Olajuwon and Ralph Sampson. A proud Texas native, CD served as the only coach to be present for all four of Houston’s NBA Finals appearances, including the back-to-back championship teams. As general manager, he brought iconic talents to Houston including Charles Barkley, Steve Francis, Yao Ming, and Tracy McGrady, while also assembling the four-time WNBA champion Houston Comets,” the team said.
Dawson was the head coach at his alma mater Baylor from 1973 to ’77, compiling a record of 44-51.
NBA baller Kyle Kuzma proposed to girlfriend, model Winnie Harlow, over Valentine’s Weekend, with both taking to social media to share snaps and video
Love is in the air. Kyle Kuzma proposed to longtime girlfriend Winnie Harlow with a giant diamond ring. She of course said yes.The new Milwaukee Bucks star and
There’s no question that Bill Simmons wants what’s best for the NBA. But when it comes to The Ringer founder’s pitch for saving the league’s All-S
Feb 18, 2025, 12:05 PM ETDallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving said he wants to play for Team Australia and hopes to gain eligibility in time to represent the Boom