On today's episode, Jason and Rich discuss the life and career of Detroit Pistons legend Bob Lanier. 

We begin with an overview of Lanier's career, beginning with his illustrious college career at St. Bonaventure, his record-breaking Detroit Pistons' career, being overshadowed by Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and others, finally helping the Pistons return to the playoffs, his eventual trade to the Milwaukee Bucks and, finally, his last few years in the league. 

We'll also cover a handful of notable games in Lanier's career, record-breaking performances, career-highs & more. 

Lastly, we'll look at a few anecdotes, fun trivia & his important post-playing career, his tenure as president of the NBA Player's Union, and more. 

On today's episode, Jason and Rich discuss the life and career of Detroit Pistons legend Bob Lanier.&nbsp;
We begin with an overview of Lanier's career, beginning with his illustrious college career at St. Bonaventure, his record-breaking Detroit Pistons' career, being overshadowed by Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and others, finally helping the Pistons return to the playoffs, his eventual trade to the Milwaukee Bucks and, finally, his last few years in the league.&nbsp;
We'll also cover a handful of notable games in Lanier's career, record-breaking performances, career-highs &amp; more.&nbsp;
Lastly, we'll look at a few anecdotes, fun trivia &amp; his important post-playing career, his tenure as president of the NBA Player's Union, and more.&nbsp;

Over and Back tells stories about NBA, ABA & pro basketball history. Hosted by Jason Mann and Rich Kraetsch. Part of The Step Back NBA Podcast Network, powered by Fansided.

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