Henry Dehnert

** Elected to Basketball Hall of Fame in 1968.**

Henry G. "Dutch" Dehnert (April 5, 1898 in New York, New York - April 20, 1979 in Far Rockaway, New York) was an American basketball player whose career lasted from 1915 to 1935.

Dehnert, a bulky forward, is mostly known for his time with the Original Celtics and is sometimes credited with inventing the pivot play. He later coached several teams in the NBL, ABL and BAA.