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	Bob Lanier (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		Lanier's brilliant college career was culminated by the retirement of his number "31" jersey by the university at the end of his senior year.
		Lanier would go on to play another four and a half years in the NBA with the Milwaukee Bucks, until his retirement from the game in 1984.
		Lanier, who is also a former president of the NBA Players Association, has been nominated for induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts.
	www.buffalosportshallfame.com /Class_of_1991/Bob_Lanier/bob_lanier.html (272 words)

	NBA.com: Bob Lanier Bio
		Lanier excelled in an era of outstanding centers such as Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Willis Reed, Dave Cowens and Bill Walton.
		Lanier played more than nine seasons in Detroit and is the Pistons' all-time leader in scoring average (22.7 ppg) and ranks second in rebounds (8,063) and third in points (15,488).
		Yet despite Lanier's Hall of Fame numbers (he was inducted in 1992), in 14 seasons with the Pistons and the Bucks he never realized his greatest aspiration: to put a championship ring on his finger.
	www.nba.com /history/players/lanier_bio.html (2355 words)

	Milwaukee Bucks Players - Bob Lanier
		Lanier was acquired by the Milwaukee Bucks on February 4, 1980, in a trade with the Detroit Pistons for Kent Benson and a 1980 first-round draft choice.
		Lanier graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 1970 near his hometown of Buffalo, N.Y. He holds school records for scoring (27.6 ppg) and rebounding (15.7 rpg) and was a three-time Converse All-American.
		Following his NBA career, Lanier was the national chairman of the NBA's "Stay in School" program, compiled a 12-25 record as head coach of the Golden State Warriors in 1995, and is currently the president of Bob Lanier Enterprises Inc., a promotional merchandising business based in Milwaukee.
	my.voyager.net /~mikegr/bucks/lanier_r.html (262 words)

	Bob Lanier (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		Lanier, a 6'11" center from St. Bonaventure, played in 14 NBA seasons and 8 NBA all-star games (MVP in '74).
		Lanier was a great scorer and rebounder; he was also known for his size 22 sneakers, the largest in basketball.
		He is the number one left-handed scorer in NBA history and a member of basketball's Hall of Fame.
	www.dickscourtroom.com /lanier.htm (58 words)

	Lynn Conservative Corner: 1997 Letters to the Editor
		Bob Lanier must once again be thanked for proving that the voters made the right decision.
		Lanier said the wording selected for the ballot closely follows a title caption from the petition and accurately depicts the petition's intent.
		As Bob Lanier rides out his tenure as mayor, I seriously hope he is not planning to practice constitutional law.
	www.texaspineywoods.com /cc1997/wholanier.htm (1231 words)

	Lanier in Stable Condition After Collapse, Bob Lanier Collapses As He Arrives at Kenneth Lay Memorial Service, Is Now ...
		Lanier was mayor from 1992-1998 and was known affectionately as "Mayor Bob."
		Lanier pushed hard for legislation that allowed the construction of three new sports stadiums, including the Houston Astros ballpark, which was named Enron Field until the company's collapse in 2001.
		Lanier testified as a character witness when Lay was being tried on fraud and conspiracy charges; the executive was convicted May 25 and was awaiting sentencing when he died of heart disease last week in Aspen, Colo.
	www.cbsnews.com /stories/2006/07/12/ap/politics/mainD8IQN6BGG.shtml (590 words)

	Bob Lanier hospitalized after heart attack (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		Lanier's wife, Elyse, recognized the heart attack symptoms and called for an ambulance, Walden said.
		Walden declined to specify where the Laniers were vacationing, nor would he identify the hospital where Lanier is being treated.
		Lanier was expected to remain hospitalized until doctors allow him to return to Houston.
	www.chron.com /content/chronicle/metropolitan/98/06/15/lanier.html (229 words)

	Lanier Collapses at Lay Memorial Service, Former Houston Mayor Bob Lanier Collapses at Memorial Service for Enron ...
		Lanier had testified as a character witness at Lay's fraud and conspiracy trial, which ended May 25 with the Enron founder's conviction.
		Lanier and Lay were two of Houston's biggest powerbrokers in the 1990s.
		While mayor, Lanier pushed hard for legislation that allowed the construction of three new sports stadium, including the Houston Astros stadium, which was named Enron Field until the company's collapse in 2001.
	www.cbsnews.com /stories/2006/07/12/ap/politics/mainD8IQKH181.shtml (521 words)

	Bob Lanier Biography (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		Lanier's career numbers —19,248 points (20.1 ppg) and 9,698 rebounds (10.1 rpg) — still rank among the top 20 in NBA records.
		Lanier began his professional career in auspicious fashion-he was the number one choice of the Detroit Pistons in the 1970 draft and was later named to the NBA's All-Rookie team.
		Lanier became an assistant coach with the Golden State Warriors prior to the 1994-95 season, and assumed head coaching duties during the season, compiling a 12-25 record in that brief coaching stint.
	www.hoophall.com /halloffamers/Lanier.htm (521 words)

	ABC News: Lanier in Stable Condition After Collapse
		Former Houston Mayor Bob Lanier is wheeled from the First United Methodist Church while attending a second memorial service for Enron Corp. founder Kenneth Lay Wednesday, July 12, 2006, in Houston.
		Lanier, 80, collapsed at the funeral shortly after arriving and was taken by ambulance.
		HOUSTON Jul 12, 2006 (AP)— Former Houston Mayor Bob Lanier collapsed as he arrived at a memorial service for Enron Corp. founder Kenneth Lay on Wednesday and was in stable condition at a hospital later in the day.
	www.abcnews.go.com /US/wireStory?id=2184854 (447 words)

	University of Houston Center for Public Policy
		Bob Lanier was one of the most popular mayors in Houston’s history.
		Mayor Lanier left office with a 78% approval rating even after taking up and winning four tough battles or in his final year: (1) defeated a tax limitation referendum, (2) won a pro-sports stadia election and legislation, (3) successfully annexed a prosperous, resistant suburb, and (4) successfully defended Houston’s affirmative action program.
		Bob Lanier, his wife Elyse, and their seven children and nine grandchildren live in Houston.
	www.uh.edu /cpp/lanierconference_lanier.htm (451 words)

	Lake Lanier
		Also covered was the toll-gate run by James Vann, the entrance to the Georgia Road (later known as the Old Federal Highway) and a number of other ferries that crossed the Chattahoochee River.
		Finally, on February 1, 1956 the powerhouse gates were closed and Lake Lanier began the slow process of filling.
		Lake Lanier is the premier destination in Georgia for striped bass angling, with good numbers of trophy fish available.
	ngeorgia.com /naturally/chattahoochee03.html (1230 words)

	Enron: TrialWatch: Bob Lanier touts Lay
		Former Houston Mayor Bob Lanier is on the stand to testify as a character witness for Ken Lay.
		Under questioning defense attorney Chip Lewis, Lanier said he got to know Lay best during his term as mayor and when Lay was on a host committee related to the Republican Convention in 1992.
		Lanier then went on to describe Lay as a selfless individual who would have done a good job for the city.
	blogs.chron.com /enrontrialwatch/archives/2006/05/bob_lanier_tout.html (466 words)

	Chase Collegiate School \| NBA Hall of Famer, Bob Lanier visits Chase Lower School
		Bob Lanier, known as one of the most dominating big men during his 14-year NBA career still ranks among the top 20 in NBA records for rebounds and points.
		In his post-play career, Lanier has been equally impressive serving as the president of the NBA Players Association from 1980-1984 and earning countless awards for his philanthropic work, among them, the Walter J. Kennedy Citizenship Award, the Oscar Robertson Leadership Award and the Jackie Robinson Award for service to youth, good citizenship and leadership.
		Lanier will also be autographing two NBA basketballs for Austin and the students of Chase Collegiate School.
	www.smmct.org /pages/sitepage.cfm?page=85401 (235 words)

	HONORING BOB LANIER (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		Bob may not have entered politics until after his 66th birthday, but he certainly made up for lost time in the 14 years that followed.
		President Clinton summed up Bob's contributions to the city when he said, ``He was a magnificent mayor.'' Bob received many accolades during his six years as mayor, but perhaps most fitting was when Texas Monthly named him one of three top Texas mayors of the 20th century.
		Bob and Elyse are enjoying their retirement, and I am sure that their seven children and ten grandchildren will be a big part of helping them continue to enjoy it.
	www.washingtonwatchdog.org /documents/cr/05/mr/10/cr10mr05-66.html (383 words)

	UH - News Releases - POLI SCI PROF AT UH TO HOLD BOB LANIER CHAIR IN URBAN PUBLIC POLICY
		“Bob Lanier, in my opinion, was one of the three greatest American mayors of the 20th century, along with New York’s Fiorello La Guardia and Chicago’s Richard M. Daley,” Murray said.
		Lanier served as mayor of Houston, the nation’s fourth largest city, from 1992-1998, during a period of unprecedented growth.
		Lanier manages his real estate properties, lectures several times a year, and participates in various civic, academic and political activities.
	www.uh.edu /admin/media/nr/2004/09sept/091504rmurray.html (716 words)

	Houston mayor helps city council jump through loophole - Bob Lanier - Inside Politics Campaigns & Elections - Find ...
		This year, Democratic Mayor Bob Lanier courted public dissatisfaction when he granted five incumbents salvation by allowing their names on the November ballot, despite numerous deficiencies on their term limits petitions, like the omission of ZIP codes and counties of residence.
		Lanier said he concluded that omitting voter ZIP codes and counties of residence on petition forms did not sufficiently impair the verification process to warrant their disqualification.
		The Texas secretary of state previously informed city officials that ZIP codes and county of residence were required for valid petitions, but Lanier disagreed and said he found substantial instruction in a Cherokee County lawsuit which ruled otherwise.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m2519/is_n1_v15/ai_14891041 (542 words)

	HoopsAddict.com » Blog Archive » Historical Glimpses: Robert Lanier (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		That player is Robert “Bob” Lanier, one of the most physically intimidating, statistically impressive, and skilled centers that ever played in the NBA.
		Bob Lanier’s basketball greatness was first solidified at St. Bonaventure University where he simply dominated, and re-wrote the record books.
		Bob Lanier knew what it took to be a professional on the court and off, a page that some of today’s stars need to study.
	hoopsaddict.com /blog/?p=1115 (1004 words)

	Interview with Bob Lanier and NBA Senior VP Kathy Behrens
		Hall of Famer Bob Lanier averaged 20.1 ppg and 10.1 rpg in his 14 year career, making the All-Star team eight times and winning the All-Star Game MVP in 1974 (24 points, 10 rebounds, 2 blocked shots).
		Lanier was also the MVP of the 1972 NBA-ABA All-Star Game, scoring 15 points in the NBA's 106-104 victory over its younger rival.
		I think that's a good word for it, because there are so many children and families who are going through very difficult times and we went there to lift their spirits and then you see some of these kids who are so passionate about life itself.
	www.suite101.com /article.cfm/basketball_spotlight/114722 (461 words)

	§17. Wilson. IV. The New South: Lanier. Vol. 16. Early National Literature, Part II; Later National Literature, ...
		The most salient figure in this change, in fact the most distinguished man of letters of the New South, is Sidney Lanier, who, like Wilson, was endowed with a double gift—music and poetry.
		His grandfather’s hotel, the Lanier House, was the centre of a cordial, hospitable social life.
		The city of Macon, a prosperous commercial centre, counted among its citizens many wealthy plantation owners but few who aspired to higher education or intellectual achievement.
	www.bartleby.com /226/1917.html (627 words)

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		Bob Lanier was the driving force behind St. Bonaventure’s 1970 NCAA title run.
		In just his second season in the NBA, Lanier began to show his potential and developed into a dominating force within the league.
		Lanier averaged 25.7 ppg and 14.2 rpg as he was named to the 1971-1972 NBA All Star team.
	www.mitchellandness.com /detail.aspx?ID=2204 (151 words)

	Dr. Bob Lanier's Biography and current Curriculum Vitae
		Lanier is a Clinical Professor at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine.
		Lanier is the son of a union organizer and a school teacher who grew up in the refinery towns of south east
		Lanier is also a computer programmer and currently served as a consultant for the American Medical Association for website development and computer related ethical issues.
	www.askdrbob.com /bob.htm (2046 words)

	Bob Lanier (basketball) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Lanier was drafted number one overall by the National Basketball Association's Detroit Pistons and was named to the All-Rookie Team following the 1970-71 season.
		Lanier could be seen showing his large feet in Miller Lite beer television ads from the 1980s which co-starred notable sports personalities including Bob Uecker, Sparky Lyle and John Madden (football).
		At the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts, visitors are able to compare the size of their foot to that of Lanier's.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bob_Lanier_(basketball) (494 words)

	Dr. Bob Lanier Allergist serving FortWorth Arlington Bedford Colleyville South Lake for Asthma Allergy Hives Xolair ...
		Bob Lanier Allergist serving FortWorth Arlington Bedford Colleyville South Lake for Asthma Allergy Hives Xolair omalizumab askdrbob.com
		Lanier’s Symposia for World Allergy Organization Journal on the Possible Risks of Xolair (Omalizumab)
		Lanier’s observation of Fluctuating IgE levels in patients treated with Omalizumab
	www.askdrbob.com (1632 words)

	Amazon.ca: It's All in the Name: Books: Bob Lanier,Heather Goodyear,James Preller (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		This book deals with many problems fourth graders go through, from fitting in with your friends to apologizing to others when you are wrong.
		Bob Lanier writes a great story about three friends who love to play basketball (four friends if you count Joe's sister Sam).
		In this book, the boys are trying to think of a nickname for their new friend Gan.
	www.amazon.ca /Its-All-Name-Bob-Lanier/dp/0439408997 (429 words)

	Lanier Health Services
		Due to construction of the KIA automotive plant scheduled to open in 2009, Lanier Memorial Hospital has increased its physician recruiting efforts.
		Lanier Proudly Welcomes Dr. Phil Tranqui, M.D., General Surgeon to Our Medical Staff.
		Lanier Proudly Welcomes Dr. Kimberly D. Fields, M.D., OB/GYN to Our Medical Staff.
	www.lanierhospital.com (207 words)

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		Description: The Milwaukee Bucks confining defensive structure was a paralyzing force throughout the 1983-1984 season.
		Bob Lanier, who was in his final NBA season, added an extra presence under the iron as he continued to muscle down rebound after rebound.
		The Bucks reached the Eastern Conference Finals for the second straight year but were shown the door by Larry Bird and the Boston Celtics.
	www.mitchellandness.com /detail.aspx?id=2258 (138 words)

	USATODAY.com - Service projects dear to Lanier's heart (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
		Bob Lanier made an indelible impression on the NBA during his 14-year playing career, and for the last 12 years he has been the league's most active community ambassador as special assistant to the commissioner.
		Monday in Philadelphia he helped kick off a week of community service activities leading up to All-Star weekend with a series of Jr.
		Lanier, 53, an eight-time All-Star and member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, talked with USA TODAY NBA writer Roscoe Nance about community service.
	www.usatoday.com /sports/nba/dupree/2002-02-05-timeout-lanier.htm (555 words)

	Amazon.com: "Bob Lanier": Key Phrase page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-07-19)
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		Bob Lanier Autograph -- Autographed merchandise available from Grandstand Sports & Memorabilia.
	www.amazon.com /phrase/Bob-Lanier (533 words)

	Bob Lanier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Bob Lanier (basketball), a former NBA star and member of the Basketball Hall of Fame
		Bob Lanier (politician), a businessman and former mayor of Houston, Texas
		This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the same human name.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bob_Lanier (90 words)

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