Summary
Brad Branson, who played basketball in the NBA with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers, died at age 67. He later had a successful career in European basketball leagues, especially in Spain.
Key Facts
- Brad Branson was a power forward in the NBA, playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers.
- He was selected by the Detroit Pistons in the second round of the 1980 NBA Draft but did not play for them.
- Branson started his professional career in Italy and the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) in the U.S.
- In the NBA, he played 72 games and averaged about 5.4 points and 2.9 rebounds per game.
- Branson achieved notable success in European leagues, particularly with Real Madrid and Pamesa Valencia in Spain.
- He was part of the Real Madrid team that won the Korac Cup in 1988.
- After retiring in 1994, Branson pursued coaching and business ventures, including in Spain.
