Eric Johnson (basketball) facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 7, 1966 Brooklyn, New York |
| Nationality | American / Spanish |
| High school | Franklin Delano Roosevelt (Brooklyn, New York) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 205 lb (93 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College |
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| NBA Draft | 1989 / Undrafted |
| Pro career | 1989–2003 |
| Career history | |
| 1989–1990 | Utah Jazz |
| 1990–1991 | Halifax Windjammers |
| 1991 | Rapid City Thrillers |
| 1991–1992 | Birmingham Bandits |
| 1992–1994 | Valencia |
| 1995 | Yakima Sun Kings |
| 1995 | Chicago Rockers |
| 1995 | Chorale Roanne |
| 1996 | Besançon BCD |
| 1996–1997 | Valencia |
| 1997–1998 | Andino Sport Club |
| 1999 | Valencia |
| 1999–2000 | Girona |
| 2000–2001 | Gijón Baloncesto |
| 2001–2002 | Lokomotiv Vody |
| 2002–2003 | Galicia Ferrol |
Eric Johnson Jones, born on February 7, 1966, is a former professional basketball player. He has both American and Spanish nationality. Eric played as a Point guard and had a career that lasted from 1989 to 2003. He even had a short time playing in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the Utah Jazz during the 1989–90 season.
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Who is Eric Johnson?
Eric Johnson was born in Brooklyn, New York. He is the brother of Vinnie Johnson, who was also a famous basketball player.
Eric Johnson's Basketball Journey
Eric Johnson played basketball for many years. He started his journey in college before becoming a professional player.
College Basketball
Eric played college basketball at two different universities.
- From 1984 to 1986, he played for the Baylor Bears.
- Then, from 1987 to 1989, he played for the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Professional Career
After college, Eric Johnson became a professional basketball player in 1989. He was drafted by the Utah Jazz and played for them during the 1989–90 NBA season.
After his time in the NBA, Eric played for many different teams around the world. He played in various leagues, including:
- The Continental Basketball Association (CBA) in the United States.
- Teams in Spain, like Valencia, where he played for several seasons.
- Teams in France, like Chorale Roanne and Besançon BCD.
- Teams in Argentina and Russia.
His career shows that he was a very experienced player who played in many different countries. He retired from professional basketball in 2003.
See also
In Spanish: Eric Johnson (baloncestista) para niños
