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Louis Dunbar

b. 1953

American basketball player-coach

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About Louis Dunbar

Born 1953. Louis Dunbar is an American basketball coach and basketball player.

Louis "Sweet Lou" Dunbar (born August 8, 1953) is the Director of Player Personnel, a coach, and a former 27-year veteran basketball player for the Harlem Globetrotters.

High school He won a high school state championship in his senior year of high school and was named the Louisiana Mr. Basketball.

College career Dunbar played college basketball at the University of Houston, with the Houston Cougars, from 1972 to 1975. He averaged 22.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game during his college career.

Professional career Dunbar was selected in the 4th round, with the 59th overall pick of the 1975 NBA draft, by the Philadelphia 76ers. However, he never played in the NBA. Instead, he played professional basketball in Switzerland, with SP Federale. With Federale, he won the Swiss League championship in 1976. He also played with SP Federale in the EuroLeague, during the 1975–76 season.

After ending his pro club career in 1977, Dunbar joined the Harlem Globetrotters.

Coaching career Dunbar served as a boys’ basketball coach in the Houston area, and also conducted private basketball lessons. He has also coached at the First Presbyterian School.

Personal life Dunbar is a member of "Legends of Basketball", the National Basketball Retired Players Association. He was inducted into the University of Houston Hall of Honor on November 15, 2008.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Minden High School, University of Houston
Awards
Louisiana Mr. Basketball; Swiss Basketball League

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Louis Dunbar?

American basketball player-coach

When was Louis Dunbar born?

Louis Dunbar was born on 8 April 1953 in Houston.

What is Louis Dunbar's occupation?

Louis Dunbar is a basketball coach and basketball player.

What nationality is Louis Dunbar?

Louis Dunbar is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Louis Dunbar

· Wikidata: Q6687064

· DBpedia: Louis Dunbar

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