Johnny Bianco
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BornFebruary 20, 1920
New York City, New York, U.S.
New York City, New York, U.S.
DiedJanuary 14, 1977 (aged 56)
Caldwell, Idaho, U.S.
Caldwell, Idaho, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Listed weight195 lb (88 kg)
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 20, 1920 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Died | January 14, 1977 (aged 56) Caldwell, Idaho, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Listed weight | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Position | Center |
| Career history | |
| As a player: | |
| 1946–1947 | Toledo Jeeps |
| 1947–1948 | Portland Indians |
| As a coach: | |
| 1947–1948 | Portland Indians |
| Career highlights | |
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John Joseph Bianco (February 20, 1920 – January 14, 1977) was an American professional basketball player.[1][2] He played for the Toledo Jeeps in the National Basketball League during the 1946–47 season and averaged 1.0 point per game.[1][3] He then played for the Portland Indians in the Pacific Coast Professional Basketball League in 1947–48, where he served as the team's player-coach and led them to the league championship.[2]
Bianco also had a minor league baseball career.[4] He played for the Amsterdam Rugmakers (1939), Binghamton Triplets (1940), Norfolk Tars (1941), Beaumont Exporters (1942, 1948), Kansas City Blues (1943), Portland Beavers (1947–1948).[4]
