About Jack Dwan
Lived 1921 – 1993 (aged 72). Jack Dwan was an American basketball player.
John P. Dwan (May 3, 1921 – August 4, 1993) was an American professional basketball player.
A forward/guard from Loyola University Chicago, Dwan played two seasons (1947–49) in the National Basketball League and Basketball Association of America as a member of the Minneapolis Lakers. He won a NBL championship in 1948 and a BAA championship in 1949.
BAA career statistics
Regular season Year Team GP FG% FT% APG PPG 1948–49† Minneapolis 60 .318 .493 2.2 4.6Career 60 .318 .493 2.2 4.6
Playoffs Year Team GP FG% FT% APG PPG 1949† Minneapolis 10 .241 .444 .9 1.8Career 10 .241 .444 .9 1.8
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jack Dwan?
American basketball player (1921–1993)
When was Jack Dwan born?
Jack Dwan was born on 3 May 1921 in Tulsa.
When did Jack Dwan die?
Jack Dwan died on 4 August 1993 in Skokie.
What was Jack Dwan's occupation?
Jack Dwan was a basketball player.
What nationality was Jack Dwan?
Jack Dwan was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Dwan. https://biography.guide/jack-dwan/
MLA: "Jack Dwan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jack-dwan/.
Chicago: "Jack Dwan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jack-dwan/.
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