Last Updated on September 14, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s the detailed profile of Mike Bantom:
- Full Name: Michael Allen Bantom
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born December 3, 1951
- Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Height: 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)
- Weight: 200 lbs (91 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 ft 10 in
- Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
- Number: #44, #34, #42 (varied across teams)
- Position: Power Forward / Center
- High School: Roman Catholic High School, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- College: Saint Joseph’s University (1969–1973)
- NBA Draft: Selected 8th overall in the 1973 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns
- Teams Played For:
- Phoenix Suns (1973–1975)
- Seattle SuperSonics (1975)
- New York Nets (1976)
- Indiana Pacers (1976–1977)
- Philadelphia 76ers (1977–1982)
- San Antonio Spurs (1982)
- Played professionally in Italy from 1982–1989 (Virtus Bologna, Fortitudo Bologna)
- Championship Rings: No NBA Championships
- Kids: Information on children is not widely available.
- Siblings: Information on siblings is not widely available.
Mike Bantom had a solid NBA career during the 1970s and early 1980s, known for his rebounding and defensive capabilities. After his time in the NBA, he enjoyed a successful career in Italy. He also represented the United States in the 1972 Olympics, winning a silver medal. Following his playing career, Bantom worked in various roles, including an executive position with the NBA.