Jon Koncak

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Jon Francis Koncak (born May 17, 1963 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa) is an American former professional basketball player. A 7'0" center from Southern Methodist University, Koncak was selected with the 5th pick in the 1985 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks. Koncak spent ten seasons with the Hawks (1985-1995), mainly in a reserve role, then concluded his career with the Orlando Magic. He retired in 1996 with career totals of 3,520 points and 3,856 rebounds.

Though a reliable defender and fan-favorite for much of his career, Koncak is perhaps best remembered for the six-year, US$ 13 million contract he received from the Hawks in 1989 - an unprecedented total for a reserve. The deal was roundly criticized since it paid Koncak more than Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. His large contract prevented the Hawks from taking part in any other major free agent signings for several years. As a result, he earned the derisive nickname "Jon Contract." Koncak is blamed for the rapid salary increases that occurred in the NBA following his signing [1].

Koncak is also an Eagle Scout.[2]

Jon Koncak has two daughters, one in college in the west, and one that plays high school basketball and lives with her mother in Wyoming.

Jon Koncak lives in Atlanta, GA with his girlfriend of many years, Maggie Kelly, and her son.

On February 23, 2008 SMU retired Koncak's jersey.

[edit] External links

• Career Stats
• NBA Draft Busts #14

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