1978 Bad News Barnes Restrains Buffalo Braves Coach Cotton Fitzsimmons Original TYPE I photo

Marvin Bad News Barnes, was one of the most talented men to play professional basketball.He was drafted 2ndoverall in the 1stround of the NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers, but opted to play in the ABA for the Spirts of St. Louis and was named Rookie of the Year in the ABA.His life and career were derailed by drugs, violence, and homelessness. He died in 2014 at the age of 62.Offered is a TYPE I photo that measures 8x10 in size taken by photographer, Ronald LeBoeuf (his stamp on the back) along with an article dated February 1, 1978 entitled, "Barnes does not know why he's bad news."The picture shows legendary coach, Cotton Fitzsimmons being restrained by Bad News Barnes.Rare shot of Marvin in Buffalo Braves uniform!!!