Bob Hansen
Basketball player and sportscaster
Born
January 18th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played college basketball at the University of Iowa, where he earned All-Big Ten honors. Selected by the Utah Jazz in the 1983 NBA Draft, contributed to the team for several seasons. Transitioned to sports broadcasting after retirement, providing analysis and commentary for various networks. Recognized for insights and understanding of the game.
Earned All-Big Ten honors while at Iowa
Played for the Utah Jazz in the NBA
Transitioned to sports broadcasting
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