Mike Bytzura

Michael John Bytzura (June 18, 1922 – January 24, 1989) was an American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball League and the Basketball Association of America, later known as the NBA. He played in college for Waynesburg University and Long Island University.

High school career Bytzura attended Duquesne High School in Duquesne, Pennsylvania where he starred at basketball. In 1941 he was named to the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League All-Tournament team after leading his team to the WPIAL final. During the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Western Regionals, he set a tournament record after scoring 38 points in a victory against Everett High School.

College career Bytzura attended Waynesburg University in 1942–1943 and was the captain of the basketball team.

Professional career During his pro career Bytzura played for the Cleveland Allmen Transfers in the National Basketball League during the 1944–45 and 1945–46 seasons. After his stay with the Allmen, he signed with the Pittsburgh Ironmen in the Basketball Association of America in 1946–47.

BAA career statistics Legend GP Games played FG% Field-goal percentage FT% Free-throw percentage APG Assists per game PPG Points per game Regular season Year Team GP FG% FT% APG PPG 1946–47 Pittsburgh 60 .245 .500 .5 3.5Career 60 .244 .500 .5 3.5