Melvin Newbern facts for kids
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 11, 1967 Toledo, Ohio |
| Nationality | American |
| High school | Scott (Toledo, Ohio) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Listed weight | 200 lb (91 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Minnesota (1987–1990) |
| NBA Draft | 1990 / Undrafted |
| Career history | |
| 1992–1993 | Detroit Pistons |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Melvin Newbern, born on June 11, 1967, is an American who used to play professional basketball. He was a player in the National Basketball Association (NBA), which is the top basketball league in North America. He played for the Detroit Pistons team.
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Melvin Newbern's Basketball Journey
College Years
Melvin Newbern grew up in Toledo, Ohio. He went to Scott High School there. After high school, he played college basketball for the Minnesota Golden Gophers. He played for them from 1987 to 1990. Playing in college helped him get ready for a professional career.
Playing in the NBA
In 1990, Melvin Newbern was chosen in the NBA draft. This is when NBA teams pick new players. He later joined the Detroit Pistons. He played for the Pistons during the 1992 season. During that season, he played in 33 games. He scored an average of 3.6 points in each game. His position on the court was a Shooting guard.
After the NBA
Even after his time in the NBA, Melvin Newbern continued to play basketball. He played in other leagues, like the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). In 1998, he was recognized as the CBA steals leader. This means he was the best at taking the ball away from opponents that season.
See also
In Spanish: Melvin Newbern para niños
