What Happened on January 23, 2015

Historical Events

Thompson's Record Game

Golden State guard Klay Thompson scores the most NBA points in a quarter (37) and most 3-pointers in a quarter (9) in Warrior's 126-101 win over Sacramento Kings

Salman of Saudi Arabia

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is crowned King of Saudi Arabia, on the death of this half-brother King Abdullah


Famous Deaths

Ernie Banks (1931-2015)

American Baseball HOF shortstop, 1st baseman (14 x MLB All Star; NL MVP 1958, 59; Chicago Cubs), dies of a heart attack at 83

  • Guy Gallo, American poet, playwright, and screenwriter (Under the Volcano), dies of cancer at 59
  • King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia (2005-2015), dies at 90
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About January 23, 2015

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 9 years, 3 months and 13 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Generation Alpha
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aquarius

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