Larry O'Brien
Politician
Lawrence Francis "Larry" O'Brien, Jr. (July 7, 1917 – September 28, 1990) was one of the United States Democratic Party's leading electoral strategists for more than two decades. He served as Postmaster General in the cabinet of President Lyndon Johnson.He also served as commissioner of the National Basketball Association from 1975 to 1984. The NBA Championship Trophy is named after him. O'Brien, son of Irish immigrants, was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. When he was not working in politics, O'Brien managed his family's real estate and worked in public relations.
Personal facts
| Alias (AKA) | O'Brien Lawrence Francis Jr. (full name) |
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| Birth date | July 07, 1917 |
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| Birth place | Springfield Massachusetts , Massachusetts , United States |
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| Date of death | September 28, 1990 |
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| Place of death | Manhattan , United States , New York |
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| Education | Western New England University |
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