Greg Dreiling is a former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) during his career. He was born on November 7, 1961, in Wichita, Kansas, and attended Wichita South High School before playing college basketball at the University of Kansas.
Dreiling was a standout player at Kansas, where he played from 1983 to 1986. He was known for his size and strength, standing at 7 feet tall and weighing 250 pounds. He was a dominant force on the court, averaging 10.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game during his college career.
After graduating from Kansas, Dreiling was selected in the second round of the 1986 NBA draft by the Indiana Pacers. He played for the Pacers for two seasons before being traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 1988. Dreiling played for the Mavericks for three seasons before being traded to the Denver Nuggets in 1991.
Dreiling played for the Nuggets for two seasons before being traded to the Sacramento Kings in 1993. He played for the Kings for one season before being traded back to the Mavericks in 1994. Dreiling played for the Mavericks for one more season before being released in 1995.
After being released by the Mavericks, Dreiling played for the CBA's Wichita Falls Texans for one season before retiring from professional basketball in 1997.
Throughout his career, Dreiling was known for his strong defensive play and his ability to rebound the ball. He was also a solid scorer, averaging 4.6 points per game during his NBA career.
Dreiling's basketball career was marked by his hard work and dedication to the sport. He was a team player who always put the needs of his team first, and he was respected by his teammates and coaches for his work ethic and leadership.
Today, Dreiling is retired from professional basketball and lives in Wichita, Kansas. He remains involved in the sport as a coach and mentor to young players, and he continues to be a respected figure in the basketball community.
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