Lloyd Leith Hall of Fame NBA

Lloyd Leith was a towering figure in the world of basketball officiating, known for his "no-nonsense" authority and a meticulous command of the game. While he spent much of his on-court career in the collegiate and AAU ranks, his influence on the NBA was significant in his later years. After retiring from active officiating, Leith was hired by the NBA as the Supervisor of Referees.

He was particularly respected for his ability to handle high-stakes environments, famously officiating the 1951 NCAA Championship game between Kentucky and Kansas State. For his decades of setting the gold standard for West Coast officiating and his administrative leadership, he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1983.

Leith's Awards & Records

• Supervisor of Officials, Pacific Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (1955–1962)
• Known for taking control of games and training officials in the Bay Area
• Instrumental in several national rule changes due to his deep technical knowledge

NBA Position