Gary Maloncon is a former college and professional

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player and actor. He is listed at 6 ft 8 in (203 cm).

Early life

Maloncon spent at least some of his childhood in Gardena in

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. He attended

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where he received significant publicity. He was also profiled on ''

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'' regarding the recruiting done by high schools.

Playing career

College

Maloncon played forward for the

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Bruins from 1981 through 1985. He was the starting power forward for the Bruins in his last two years and helped them win the 1985 NIT Championship. His senior year, he was team captain as well.

Professional

He was later selected in the seventh round (143rd pick overall) of the

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by the

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but was cut by the team and never got to play in the NBA. He later signed to play professionally in Israel for the Hapoel Ramat-Gan team. Maloncon also took his game to the

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(CBA) with the

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(1986-1988) where he helped win a championship in 1988.Albany Patroons (1982-1992)
at CBAMuseum.com

Acting career

After retiring, Maloncon went to Hollywood and dabbled in acting, particularly in parts where his height is useful. He played

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in his first acting role in the TV movie, '' Bigfoot: The Unforgettable Encounter''.

Filmography

*'' Bigfoot: The Unforgettable Encounter'' (1994) *''

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'' (1995) *'' Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault'' (1996)

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Maloncon, Gary 1963 births Living people Albany Patroons players American expatriate basketball people in Israel Baltimore Lightning players Basketball players from Louisiana Los Angeles Clippers draft picks UCLA Bruins men's basketball players American men's basketball players