Nationality American Pro career 1968–1970 College CSU–Pueblo (1964–1968) | Listed weight 235 lb (107 kg) Listed height 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m) Name John Smith | |
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Born May 24, 1944 (age 80)
Columbus, Mississippi ( 1944-05-24 ) NBA draft 1968 / Round: 8 / Pick: 101st overall |
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John Smith, Jr. (born May 24, 1944) is an American former professional basketball player. After a collegiate career at the University of Southern Colorado (now Colorado State University–Pueblo), the 7'0" center was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1968 NBA draft as the 101st overall pick. He was also selected in the 1968 American Basketball Association (ABA) draft by the Dallas Chaparrals. His professional career lasted for two seasons, including three teams in the ABA and one in the Continental Basketball Association.
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