Although dan issel had no advantages in talent, strength and figure, he made up for his shortcomings with meticulous professionalism and tenacity. He is not a superstar, but he is a trustworthy player. His silent dedication earned him the nickname "Horse". Giselle is a center and a power forward. Although there were many tall players inside at that time, he was able to kill his opponent with fake moves and smooth outside shooting. He didn't rank high in the NBA draft and played for the American Basketball Association (ABA) early in his career. After retiring in the 1990s, he became the head coach of Denver Nuggets.