About David Pope
Lived 1962 – 2016 (aged 54). David Pope was an American basketball player.
David Pope (April 15, 1962 – October 21, 2016) was an American basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Born in Newport News, Virginia, he attended Norfolk State University.
A , small forward, Pope was selected in the third round (62nd overall ) of the 1984 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz. His short playing career lasted from 1984–86 with the Kansas City Kings and the Seattle SuperSonics. He died at the age of 54 on October 21, 2016.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Pope?
American basketball player (1962-2016)
When was David Pope born?
David Pope was born on 15 April 1962 in Newport News.
When did David Pope die?
David Pope died on 21 October 2016 in Hampton.
What was David Pope's occupation?
David Pope was a basketball player.
What nationality was David Pope?
David Pope was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: David Pope (basketball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Pope. https://biography.guide/david-pope-basketball-player/
MLA: "David Pope." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-pope-basketball-player/.
Chicago: "David Pope." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/david-pope-basketball-player/.
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