As a member of the United States national team, he won silver at the 1987 Pan American Games in Indianapolis.

Dembo was barely recruited out of high school in San Antonio, Texas, but caught a break when he was sought out by Wyoming's then head coach Jim Brandenburg, who had previously been a high school coach in that city (and would later retire to San Antonio).

[3] At Wyoming, Dembo had a successful career, finishing as the leading scorer and rebounder in Cowboys history.

Following his stint in the NBA, Dembo played for several years in Europe, South America and the CBA, retiring in 1998.

No charges were filed against Dembo, but he was shaken by the incident, fearful for a time to talk to others or to leave his room.

His job with the Water District sparked an interest in engineering, and he began taking courses in the subject when his schedule allowed.