Right, Born: 1. Elton Brand was selected with the first overall pick in the 1999 NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls. Standing at 7'0" and with a wingspan of 7’10”, Bamba has a significant physical advantage over the average center in the NBA. Will Solomon played for the Grizzlies in the 2001–02 season. The average wingspan for a 6’6” player in the NBA is around 6’10”. The great Michael Jordan stands at this height and his wingspan is 6’11”. After remaining on the bench for nearly a month, Robinson made his return on January 1, 2010, against the Atlanta Hawks, and scored 41 points off the bench in the Knicks' overtime victory. Dirk Nowitzki stands at roughly the same height as Shaq but can only boast of a wingspan of 7'2". [65], In 2014, Robinson released a book entitled Heart over Height. Jacque Robinson Grandfather. Nate Robinson. He is truly an anomaly even though he had a short stint in the NBA. J. J. Barea - Height in shoes: 5’ 11” Wingspan: 5’ 11”, 12. On December 8, 2007, Howard scored a career high 47 points against the Utah Jazz. It’s extremely rare for an NBA player to have a wingspan exceeding 7’7”. Orlando Magic player Melvin Frazier has a ridiculous wingspan for his height. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to appreciate the importance of wingspan in basketball. [45], On March 7, 2015, Robinson signed a 10-day contract with the Los Angeles Clippers. His length is absurd and this makes a huge difference on the defensive end of the floor. Astonishingly, Tyson Chandler’s wingspan is 3.5 inches shorter than Mourning’s despite Chandler being 3 inches taller. Jan 27, 2009, 01:31 am. Question: What is the wingspan of Yao Ming? Rajon Rondo is a true freak of nature and is one of the best point guards in the NBA.
His enormous wingspan made him a holy terror near the hoop on both offense and defense. NBA and WNBA players have issued a call to action to combat voter suppression and help make real change on Nov. 3. Has become an extremely effective NBA player, against all odds. "[38] Kevin Craft of The Atlantic called Robinson the breakout star of the playoffs. During the first round he completed two dunks, the second of which included jumping off Knicks teammate Wilson Chandler, who was on the floor.
He is also one of the few players in NBA history whose wingspan exceeds 7’8”. Robinson scored 12 unanswered points to bring the Bulls back and eventually win the game in triple overtime. Their wingspans have officially been measured at 5’10.75″. Amazingly, Butler is six inches taller than Beaubois. Nate Robinson - PG - Washington - NBA Draft Profile and Stats