Ruben Nembhard facts for kids
| Personal information | |
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| Born | February 20, 1972 Bronx, New York, U.S. |
| High school | DeWitt Clinton (Bronx, New York) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Listed weight | 208 lb (94 kg) |
| Career information | |
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| NBA Draft | 1995 / Undrafted |
| Career history | |
| 1996–1997 | Yakima Sun Kings |
| 1997 | Utah Jazz |
| 1997 | Portland Trail Blazers |
| 1998–1999 | La Crosse Bobcats |
| 1999 | Rockford Lightning |
| 2001–2002 | Fargo-Moorhead Beez |
| 2002–2003 | Idaho Stampede |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Ruben R. Nembhard, born on February 20, 1972, is a former professional basketball player from the United States. He played as a guard, standing 6 feet 3 inches tall. He even played in the famous National Basketball Association (NBA). His last team was the Gaiteros del Zulia in Venezuela.
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Early Life and College Basketball
Ruben Nembhard was born in The Bronx, New York. He loved basketball from a young age. He went to DeWitt Clinton High School in the Bronx.
Playing for Paris Junior College
After high school, Ruben played college basketball. From 1991 to 1993, he played for Paris Junior College. This helped him improve his skills on the court.
Time at Weber State University
From 1993 to 1995, Ruben played for Weber State University. He was a very important player for their team, the Weber State Wildcats. In 1995, he was named the Big Sky Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Year. This award goes to the best player in the Big Sky Conference. He was also chosen for the First-team All-Big Sky.
Professional Basketball Career
After college, Ruben Nembhard became a professional basketball player. He played for several teams in different leagues.
NBA Experience
Ruben had a short time in the National Basketball Association (NBA). During the 1996–97 season, he played a total of ten games. He played for both the Portland Trail Blazers and the Utah Jazz. Playing in the NBA is a big achievement for any basketball player.
Playing in Other Leagues
Ruben also played for many other teams around the world.
- In 1996–1997, he played for the Yakima Sun Kings.
- During the 1997–98 season, he played for Iraklis Thessaloniki B.C. in Greece. He scored an average of 18.2 points per game.
- From 1998 to 1999, he was with the La Crosse Bobcats.
- In 1999, he played for the Rockford Lightning.
- From 2001 to 2002, he played for the Fargo-Moorhead Beez in the Continental Basketball Association (CBA). He was so good that he was chosen for the All-CBA First Team in 2002.
- From 2002 to 2003, he played for the Idaho Stampede.
- In 2003–04, he played 12 games for the Townsville Crocodiles in Australia's NBL.
- He also played for the Gaiteros del Zulia in Venezuela.
Family Life
Ruben Nembhard is married to Terri. They have two children together. Their son is named RJ, and their daughter is named Jayden.
See also
In Spanish: Ruben Nembhard para niños
