Dave Hoppen

David Dirk Hoppen (born March 13, 1964) is an American former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and other leagues. Hoppen played college basketball for the Nebraska Cornhuskers, and is the program's all-time leading scorer. He was named All-Big Eight in each of his last three seasons and is generally considered one of the top players in school history. A 6'11" center, Hoppen was selected by the Atlanta Hawks in the third round (65th pick overall) of the 1986 NBA draft and played six NBA seasons.

Dave Hoppen
Hoppen as a member of the New Jersey Nets in 1993
Personal information
Born (1964-03-13) March 13, 1964
Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 11 in (2.11 m)
Listed weight235 lb (107 kg)
Career information
High schoolOmaha Benson (Omaha, Nebraska)
CollegeNebraska (1982–1986)
NBA draft1986: 3rd round, 65th overall pick
Selected by the Atlanta Hawks
Playing career1987–1993
PositionCenter
Number53, 52, 42, 40
Career history
1987Biklim Rimini
1987–1988Topeka Sizzlers
1988Milwaukee Bucks
1988Golden State Warriors
19881991Charlotte Hornets
19911992Philadelphia 76ers
1992–1993Fargo-Moorhead Fever
1993New Jersey Nets
1993Rapid City Thrillers
Career highlights and awards
  • 3× First-team All-Big Eight (1984–1986)
  • No. 42 retired by Nebraska Cornhuskers
Stats  at NBA.com
Stats  at Basketball-Reference.com
Medals
Men’s Basketball
Representing  United States
Summer Universiade
1985 Kobe National team
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