About Jim Olsen
Lived 1921 – 2000 (aged 79). Jim Olsen was an American basketball player and military personnel.
James Olsen Jr. (June 2, 1921 – December 1, 2000) was an American professional basketball player. He played for the Chicago American Gears in the National Basketball League for nine games during the 1945–46 season and averaged 2.9 points per game.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jim Olsen?
American basketball player
When was Jim Olsen born?
Jim Olsen was born on 2 June 1921 in Brooklyn.
When did Jim Olsen die?
Jim Olsen died on 1 December 2000 in Midland.
What was Jim Olsen's occupation?
Jim Olsen was a basketball player and military personnel.
What nationality was Jim Olsen?
Jim Olsen was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Jim Olsen (basketball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Olsen. https://biography.guide/jim-olsen-basketball-player/
MLA: "Jim Olsen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-olsen-basketball-player/.
Chicago: "Jim Olsen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-olsen-basketball-player/.
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