John Andariese | |
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| Born | August 19, 1938 Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Died | March 13, 2017 (aged 78) West Palm Beach, Florida, U.S. |
| Other names | "Johnny Hoops" |
| Education | Fordham University |
| Occupation(s) | Sports commentator and analyst, TV sports show host, businessman, athlete |
| Years active | 1956–2012 |
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| Children | 3 daughters, Amy, Julie, and Emily |
| Parent(s) | Harold Andariese and Mary Ellen Burns |
John Kenneth Andariese (August 19, 1938 – March 13, 2017), nicknamed "Johnny Hoops", was a New York basketball analyst on both radio and television for more than 40 years. Andariese broadcast for the New York Knicks and announced some of the most memorable Knicks games ever played.[1][2][3] He also is well known for hosting NBA Legends with Johnny Hoops on NBA TV.
- ^ Sandomir, Richard (March 15, 2017). "John Andariese, 78, Knicks Broadcaster". New York Times. p. B13. Retrieved March 15, 2017.
- ^ "Longtime Knicks Broadcaster John Andariese Dies at 78". New York Times. Associated Press. March 13, 2017. Retrieved March 14, 2017.
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