When you think of the Globetrotters you think of Curly Neal.
Point blank period.
The death was first reported by HBCU Gameday.
Tragic day for the basketball community … beloved Harlem Globetrotters legend Fred “Curly” Neal has passed away. He was 77 years old.
Curly became one of the most recognizable players for the Globies during his 22-year stint with the team … playing in more than 6,000 games.
Neal’s #22 jersey was retired in 2008 … one of just 5 players to receive the honor.
Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Flip the page for video of his legendary ball handling.