Nate Johnston (born December 18, 1966) is an American professional

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player. He played briefly in the

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for the

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and the

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during the 1989–90 season. Johnston, a 6'8"

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, played collegiately at the

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from 1984–1988. Johnston was one of the first players drafted by the

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when they selected him in the third round (59th overall) of the

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, prior to their inaugural season.

External links

College & NBA stats
@ basketballreference.com
Nate Johnston draft profile
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