Last Updated on April 18, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information about David West:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: David Moorer West
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born August 29, 1980
  • Hometown: Teaneck, New Jersey
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m)
  • Weight: 250 lbs (113 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 m)
  • Shoe Size: Size 17 (US)
  • Number: Wore jersey numbers 30, 21, 3, and 32 during his NBA career
  • Position: Power forward
  • High School: Hargrave Military Academy (Chatham, Virginia)
  • College: Xavier University (1999–2003)
  • NBA Draft: 2003, Round 1, Pick 18 by the New Orleans Hornets
  • Teams Played For:
    • New Orleans Hornets / Pelicans (2003–2011)
    • Indiana Pacers (2011–2015)
    • San Antonio Spurs (2015–2016)
    • Golden State Warriors (2016–2018)
  • Championship Rings: 2 (2017, 2018 with the Golden State Warriors)
  • Kids: 2 children, Dasia West and David Benjamin West
  • Siblings: David West has a brother, Dwayne West.

Player Archetype / Play Style

David West’s player archetype was that of a rugged two-way power forward: a physical interior veteran who blended mid-range scoring, hard screens, rebounding, and positional defense without needing the offense built entirely around him. He was not a pure rim-protecting anchor on defense, but he filled an important role as a strong team defender who could hold his ground in the post, switch capably for a big, and bring toughness and discipline to the frontcourt. Offensively, West operated as a reliable secondary scorer and connective piece, doing much of his damage from face-up looks, short jumpers, pick-and-pop actions, post work, and smart passing rather than explosive above-the-rim play. At 6-foot-9 and 250 pounds, he had a sturdy frame and a bruising style, and his overall game was built on professionalism, physicality, polished footwork, and efficient, no-frills execution that made him one of the league’s steadiest veteran bigs. (Basketball Reference)

Fun Facts

  • David West was a skilled and tough power forward known for his mid-range shooting, leadership, and physicality on the court.
  • He was a two-time NBA All-Star (2008, 2009) during his time with the New Orleans Hornets.
  • West played a critical role as a veteran leader on the Golden State Warriors’ championship teams in 2017 and 2018.
  • He is also known for his off-court activism and dedication to community service.

Sources:

Basketball-Reference — David West Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
Bleacher Report — B/R NBA 200: Ranking the Top Power Forwards of 2014-15 Season
Bleacher Report — NBA Position Power Rankings, End of Regular Season Edition: Power Forwards
Bleacher Report — New Orleans Hornets Breakdown: Chris Paul is the Key