Joel Przybilla is a professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association.
Early Life
Joel Anthony Przybilla was born in Monticello, Minnesota, on October 10, 1979, and attended Monticello High School. He continued his education at the University of Minnesota. In 2000, Przybilla was selected by the Houston Rockets with the ninth pick in the NBA draft.Basketball-Reference.com: Joel Przybilla
Pro Career
After the draft, Przybilla was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. He has played for several teams throughout his career, including the Atlanta Hawks and the Portland Trail Blazers. In 2000, Przybilla appeared in 33 games. The following season he established himself as a starter in 62 games for the Blazers. As of 2008, Przybilla has career averages of 4 points, 5.9 rebounds and 19.9 minutes per game.NBA.com: Joel Przybilla
Joel Przybilla Timeline
- October 10, 1979: Born
- 1998: Attended University of Minnesota
- 2000: Drafted by Houston Rockets
- 2000: Traded to Milwaukee Bucks
- 2004: Traded to Atlanta Hawks
- 2004: Signed by Portland Trail Blazers
Joel Przybilla Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Portland Trail Blazers
- NBA.com: Career Stats
- Height: 7-1
- Weight: 255
- Rookie Year: 2000