About John Battle
Born 1962. John Battle is an American basketball player.
John Sidney Battle (born November 9, 1962) is an American former professional basketball player and pastor. A guard from Rutgers University, Battle was selected in the fourth round of the 1985 NBA draft by the Atlanta Hawks. He ended his career with 5,338 points. Battle had three nicknames: "J.B.," "Cricket," and "Pickle." Battle is married to R&B singer/recording artist Regina Belle.
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Personal life In 1991, Battle married singer Regina Belle.
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Who is John Battle?
American basketball player
When was John Battle born?
John Battle was born on 9 November 1962 in Washington, D.C..
What is John Battle's occupation?
John Battle is a basketball player.
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John Battle is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Battle (basketball)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Battle. https://biography.guide/john-battle-basketball-player/
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