Blair Rasmussen

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Blair Rasmussen
Position Center
Height ft 0 in (2.13 m)
Weight 250 lb (110 kg)
Born November 13, 1962 (1962-11-13) (age 45)
Auburn, Washington
Nationality American
College University of Oregon
Draft 15th overall, 1985
Denver Nuggets
Pro career 1985–1994
Former teams Denver Nuggets (1985-1991)
Atlanta Hawks (1991-1993)

Blair Allen Rasmussen (born November 13, 1962, in Auburn, Washington) is a retired American professional basketball player who was selected by the Denver Nuggets in the 1st round (15th overall) of the 1985 NBA Draft. A 7'0" center from the University of Oregon, Rasmussen played in eight seasons in the NBA from 1985 to 1993. He played for the Nuggets from 1985-1991 and for the Atlanta Hawks from 1991-1993. Rasmussen's best year as a pro came during the 1990-91 season as a member of the Nuggets, when he appeared in 70 games (69 starts) and averaged 12.5 ppg and 1.9 blocks per game.