Craig Duane Neal is an American basketball coach and former professional player who is currently the
associate head coach for the Nevada Wolf Pack of the Mountain West Conference (MWC). He was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers in the third round of the 1988 NBA draft, and played in the NBA and several minor leagues.
Craig Neal in December 2008 at the Jenny Craig Pavilion in San Diego
The 1988 NBA draft took place on June 28, 1988, in New York City, New York. The length was reduced from seven rounds in the previous year to three rounds. This was also the first draft for the Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat, prior to their inaugural season.
Rik Smits, the 2nd pick
Rod Strickland, the 19th pick
Brian Shaw, the 24th pick
Keith Smart, the 41st pick