Last Updated on April 18, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here are the details for Michael Redd:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Michael Wesley Redd
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born August 24, 1979
  • Hometown: Columbus, Ohio, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters)
  • Weight: 220 pounds (100 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 7 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Number: Wore 22 during his NBA career
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • High School: West High School in Columbus, Ohio
  • College: Ohio State University (1997–2000)
  • NBA Draft: 2000 NBA Draft, 43rd overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks
  • Teams Played For:
    • Milwaukee Bucks (2000–2011)
    • Phoenix Suns (2011–2012)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: One son, Michael Redd Jr.
  • Siblings: Has one younger sister, LaTasha Redd

Player Archetype / Play Style

Michael Redd’s player archetype was that of a high-level scoring wing: a left-handed shot-maker who thrived as a primary offensive weapon, stretching defenses with deep range, clean pull-up shooting, and strong scoring instincts. At 6-foot-6 and 215 pounds, he had good size for a shooting guard and used that frame more to create space and get into rhythm than to overwhelm matchups physically. Offensively, he was built to carry volume, working as a featured perimeter scorer who could hit tough jumpers, punish closeouts, and add solid secondary passing without needing to be a pure table-setter. Defensively, he was more functional than disruptive, generally holding his spot rather than anchoring or changing games on that end. His overall play style was smooth, efficient, and scorer-first, with perimeter touch and offensive polish defining the best years of his career. (NBA)

Fun Facts

  • He earned an All-Star selection in 2004 and was a member of the gold medal-winning USA Basketball team at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
  • After his NBA career, Redd transitioned into entrepreneurship and motivational speaking.

Sources:
NBA.com — Michael Redd | Guard | Milwaukee Bucks
Sports Forecaster — Michael Redd Stats, Profile, Bio, Analysis and More | Retired
Bleacher Report — The stardom, downfall, and potential resurrection of Michael Redd