American · Chicago, Illinois · Born 11 March 1993American basketball power forward/center, NBA champion with Lakers, 9x All-Star, former Defensive Player of the Year, Olympic gold medalist
Anthony Marshon Davis Jr. was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1993. New Orleans Hornets selected him first overall in the 2012 NBA Draft after a single remarkable season at the University of Kentucky. His career has produced one NBA championship (2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers), nine All-Star appearances and the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2018. He averaged 24.0 points, 10.4 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game across his career. His combination of size — 6ft 10in with a 7ft 5in wingspan — athleticism and skill makes him one of the most physically gifted players in NBA history. He can play and defend every position from small forward to centre. He was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019 and partnered with LeBron James to win the 2020 championship in the Orlando Bubble. He won Olympic gold with the USA in 2012. His scoring average, blocks total and defensive versatility place him among the most complete big men in modern basketball. Persistent injury issues — particularly ankle and foot problems — have prevented him from reaching a full season's worth of All-NBA level play in recent years.
Dominant two-way big man, shot-blocking ability, NBA Championship with Lakers
How They Played
Two-way power forward/center with excellent shot-blocking, mid-range shooting, and athletic ability
Lasting Impact
One of the most versatile big men of his generation, elite defender and scorer
Career Honours
- NBA Champion
- All-Star 9x
- All-NBA First Team 4x
- Defensive Player of the Year
- Olympic Gold Medal
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Pelicans | 2012–2019 | 466 |
| Los Angeles Lakers | 2019–2024 | 334 |
American Athletes