In his 11-season career, Wayne Embry was such a dominant defensive player that he became known as “The Wall” for his imposing frame and impressive presence at center. He won a championship with the Celtics before transitioning to the executive office, where his impact was just as great as it had been on the court. He became the first Black general manager in the NBA when he joined Milwaukee in 1971. He later became the NBA's first Black team president with the Cavaliers, where he helped guide th