George Salle
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| Position | Power forward |
| Height / weight | 2.03 m / 100 kg |
| Born | 1 Jul 1935 (80 years) |
| Nationality |  United States |
George H. Bon Salle was an American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association and various other leagues. Denver Truckers, and Chicago Packers are the teams he played with.
Player Profile and Personal Life
George H. Bon Salle was born on July 1, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on July 20, 2015, in South Miami, Florida. He stood 203 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 100 kg. He shot right and played power forward throughout his career.Outside of basketball, he was known for collecting posters of French graphic artist Bernard Villemot and published a catalogue raisonné of those works.
High School and College Career
Bon Salle attended Loyola Academy in Chicago, Illinois. He then played college basketball at the University of Illinois from 1954 to 1957, where he earned Second-team All-American honors from NABC in 1957.Professional Career
Selected 7th overall by the Syracuse Nationals in the 1957 NBA Draft, Bon Salle began his professional career in Italy with Olimpia Milano.He later played for the Denver Truckers in the National Industrial Basketball League before joining the Chicago Packers for the 1961-62 NBA season.
Career Highlights:
- 1957 - Second-team All-American (NABC)
Medal Record, Men's Basketball Representing the United States
- Gold - 1959 Pan American Games Chicago
George H. Bon Salle FAQ
When Was George H. Bon Salle Drafted into the NBA?
He was drafted in 1957, 1st round, 7th overall pick by the Syracuse Nationals.
How many NBA Teams did George H. Bon Salle Play in the NBA?
He played for one NBA team: the Chicago Packers (1961-1962).
When and where was George H. Bon Salle born?
He was born on July 1, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois.