Swen Nater

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Swen Eric Nater (born January 14, 1950 in Den Helder, Netherlands) is a retired Dutch professional basketball player, primarily in the ABA and NBA.

Nater helped John Wooden's UCLA Bruins win two NCAA titles.

Nater was the American Basketball Association Rookie of the Year in 1974, led the ABA in field goal percentage in 1974, and led the ABA in rebounding in 1975. He was named to the All-ABA Second Team in 1974 and 1975, and participated in the ABA All-Star Game both seasons. During his three seasons in the ABA, Nater played for the San Antonio Spurs, the Virginia Squires, and the New York Nets.

Nater's NBA career began with the Milwaukee Bucks, and he was traded after one season to the Buffalo Braves. When the Braves played in San Diego, Nater became a local favorite. Nater led the NBA in rebounding average during the 1979-80 season, making him the only player ever to lead both the NBA and ABA in rebounding. His career ended following the end of the 1983-84 season.

He later coached at Christian Heritage College in San Diego, California.

[edit] External links

• Swen Nater Statistics at Basketball-Reference.com
• SwenNater.com

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