Elvin Ernest Hayes (born November 17, 1945), nicknamed "The Big E", is an American former professional basketball player and radio analyst for his alma mater Houston Cougars. He is a member of the NBA's 50th and 75th anniversary teams, and an inductee in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

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Mar 20, 2023 · Elvin Ernest Hayes, aka “The Big E,” is a retired American basketball player who is often regarded as one of the best power forwards in NBA history. The utmost player stood out in the 70s and was at one of the finest academic and professional levels when he played 16 seasons in the NBA.

Nov 18, 2022 · Some stats to know about Elvin Hayes, who ranks No. 11 in the NBA in scoring and is set to have his No. 44 retired by the Rockets. Elvin Hayes spent 7 seasons with the Rockets and is 1 of the...

Sep 13, 2021 · Elvin Hayes was a star in the NBA and one of the best power forwards of his time. In Hayes’s senior year, 1963-64, he led Britton to the state championship, averaging 35...

Possessing a devastating turnaround jump shot, Elvin Hayes got the most out his ability during a stellar collegiate and professional career. As a center at the University of Houston, his most memorable moment came on January 20, 1968 when Hayes out-dueled Lew Alcindor and UCLA in front of a capacity crowd of 52,693 at the Houston Astrodome.

Aug 31, 2024 · Elvin Hayes, one of the most dominant forces in basketball history, made a significant impact during his college years at the University of Houston and his illustrious NBA career. Known...

Nov 13, 2024 · Elvin Hayes (born Nov. 17, 1945, Rayville, La., U.S.) is an American basketball player who was one of the most prolific scorers and rebounders in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Mar 24, 2022 · Always reliable and consistent, Elvin Hayes won an NBA title, was a 12-time All-Star and six-time All-NBA selection.

Feb 10, 2023 · Success did follow Elvin Hayes. Along with Don Chaney, he joined the Houston men's basketball program as the team's first two African-American players in the fall of 1965. It was a time of change at the university across multiple landscapes.