Marv Albert, Jewish sports broadcasting legend, to retire this year
Born Marvin Aufrichtig to Jewish parents in Brooklyn, Marv Albert became one of basketball’s most prominent broadcasters and was also a national voice for the NFL and NHL.
NBC sports announcer Marv Albert tapes a pre-game show before the game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs, December 25 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.(photo credit: REUTERS)ByROB CHARRY/JTA