Bailey Howell (1970-71)

The old one earned 24-1 records in 1958-59, led by the star forward Bailey Howell, and in 1961-62 but did not enter the N.C.A.A. tournament.

John Havlicek and Bailey Howell both took on bigger roles for the club, which was still strong defensively and unselfish with the ball.

Bailey Howell: F, 1964-66, Inducted Class of 1997.

Two players from this draft, Wilt Chamberlain and Bailey Howell, have been inducted to the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Mississippi State has several notable alumni including Erick Dampier, Bailey Howell, and Jarvis Varnado.

Bailey Howell - Hall of Fame NBA basketball player with the Boston Celtics.

He was one of three 20-point scorers along with Sam Jones and Bailey Howell.

Bailey Howell looked washed up but he came in right after Nelson and won two titles.

That team, led by Bailey Howell and Gene Shue, was beaten by the Lakers in six games.