Last Updated on April 14, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here are the details for Paul Millsap:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Paul Millsap
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born February 10, 1985
  • Hometown: Monroe, Louisiana, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 7 inches (2.01 meters)
  • Weight: 257 pounds (117 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 2 inches (2.18 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
  • Number: Wore #4 and #24 during his career
  • Position: Power Forward / Center
  • High School: Grambling High School (Grambling, Louisiana)
  • College: Louisiana Tech University
  • NBA Draft: 2006 NBA Draft, 2nd round, 47th overall pick by the Utah Jazz
  • Teams Played For:
    • Utah Jazz (2006–2013)
    • Atlanta Hawks (2013–2017)
    • Denver Nuggets (2017–2021)
    • Brooklyn Nets (2021–2022)
    • Philadelphia 76ers (2022)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: 4 children (including three daughters, Xylah, Pnyx, and Paular)
  • Siblings: 3 brothers (John Millsap, Abraham Millsap, and Elijah Millsap, who also played professional basketball)

Paul Millsap’s archetype was that of a rugged two-way power forward, a strong, versatile frontcourt player who could defend across matchups, rebound through contact, and score without needing an offense built entirely around him. Defensively, he operated as a smart, physical interior anchor and switch-capable helper whose value showed up in his positioning, activity, and ability to stabilize good team defenses, while offensively he functioned as a secondary scorer and connective playmaker who could finish inside, work from the elbows, punish smaller defenders, and later stretch the floor as his game evolved. Physically, Millsap was undersized for a traditional big at around 6-foot-7, but he played with a powerful frame, long arms, and a strong base that let him win battles against bigger players. His play style was tough, efficient, and adaptable, blending old-school interior strength with modern versatility, which is a big reason he remained effective across different roles and systems for so long. (NBA)

Fun Facts

  • Paul Millsap is widely regarded for his versatility, defensive prowess, and consistent scoring ability throughout his NBA career.
  • He was a four-time NBA All-Star and a key player for several playoff-contending teams.

Sources:

NBA.com — Denver Nuggets benefit from dynamic combination of Paul Millsap, Jerami Grant
NBA.com — One Team, One Stat — Denver Nuggets see league’s steepest climb?
NBA.com — Denver Nuggets Roundtable: The best and the underrated power forwards in franchise history
NBA.com — Atlanta Hawks go from top 10 to bottom 10 on defense