Connie Hawkins was everything this article says he was. Before his health problems started he liked to play Omaha at Casino Arizona. He is the only person I ever asked for his autograph. I don't have any interest in autographs. At the time I was trying to think of a birthday gift for my nephew. While vacationing at the Sahara a card show was being held. I entered and bought a Connie Hawkins basketball card. Connie signed it for me.