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Mark Olberding

b. 1956

American basketball player

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About Mark Olberding

Born 1956. Mark Olberding is an American basketball player and basketball coach.

Mark Allen Olberding (born April 21, 1956) is an American former professional basketball player born in Melrose, Minnesota.

A 6'8" forward from the University of Minnesota, Olberding played 12 seasons (1975–1987) in the American Basketball Association (ABA) and National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the San Diego Sails (1975–76), San Antonio Spurs (1975 to 1982), Chicago Bulls (1982–83) and Kansas City/Sacramento Kings (1983 to 1987). He had his best seasons with the Spurs, for whom he played 536 games. One of the highlights of his career occurred on January 21, 1977, when he made 10 field goals without missing in a game against the Boston Celtics. In the 1987–88 season, he played professionally in Italy for Benetton Treviso.

During the 1980s, Spurs teammates Olberding, George Johnson, Dave Corzine, Kevin Restani, Paul Griffin, and Reggie Johnson earned the nickname "The Bruise Brothers" for their physical style of play.

Olberding currently lives in San Antonio.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Melrose High School, University of Minnesota
Awards
ABA All-Rookie Team; Big Ten Conference; Parade All-America Boys Basketball Team
Also known as
Mark Allen Olberding

People in Mark Olberding's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Mark Olberding?

American basketball player

When was Mark Olberding born?

Mark Olberding was born on 21 April 1956 in Melrose.

What is Mark Olberding's occupation?

Mark Olberding is a basketball player and basketball coach.

What nationality is Mark Olberding?

Mark Olberding is American.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Mark Olberding

Β· Wikidata: Q2840336

Β· DBpedia: Mark Olberding

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