Mike Harper (basketball)
Michael Edward Harper (born December 9, 1957) is a former American professional basketball player who played for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1980 to 1982. Early years. After graduating from Chicago's Quigley South High School, Harper played college basketball at North Park University, where he led teams to three consecutive NCAA Division I national basketball championships. Personal life. Following his basketball career, Harper became an insurance agent. He also serves as a board member for the Oregon Liquor Control Commission.