| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 12, 1945 Owen, Wisconsin |
| Nationality | American |
| Listed height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Listed weight | 208 lb (94 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school | Dor-Abby (Abbotsford, Wisconsin) |
| College | Marquette (1964–1968) |
| NBA draft | 1968 / Round: 6 / Pick: 72nd overall |
| Selected by the New York Knicks | |
| Position | Forward |
| Number | 32 |
| Career history | |
| 1968 | Los Angeles Stars |
| Stats at Basketball-Reference.com | |
Brian J. "Bronk" Brunkhorst (born June 12, 1945) is a retired American basketball player.
Born in Owen, Wisconsin, Brunkhorst played collegiately for the Marquette University. He was selected by the New York Knicks in the 6th round (72nd pick overall) of the 1968 NBA draft. Eventually, he played for the Los Angeles Stars (1968–69) in the ABA for three games.
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