Last Updated on December 27, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s a detailed profile of Lance Stephenson:
- Full Name: Lance Stephenson Jr.
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born September 5, 1990
- Hometown: Brooklyn, New York, USA
- Height: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters)
- Weight: 230 lbs (104 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters)
- Shoe Size: US size 14
- Number: Worn various numbers, most notably 1 and 6
- Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
- High School: Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn, New York, where he was a high school basketball phenom and New York State Mr. Basketball in 2009.
- College: University of Cincinnati, where he played one season (2009–2010).
- NBA Draft: Selected in the 2nd round (40th overall) of the 2010 NBA Draft by the Indiana Pacers.
- Teams Played For:
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- Indiana Pacers (2010–2014, 2017–2018, 2022)
- Charlotte Hornets (2014–2015)
- Los Angeles Clippers (2015–2016)
- Memphis Grizzlies (2016)
- New Orleans Pelicans (2016–2017)
- Minnesota Timberwolves (2017)
- Los Angeles Lakers (2018–2019)
- Atlanta Hawks (2021)
- Other leagues: Played internationally in China (Liaoning Flying Leopards) and in the G League.
- Championship Rings: None in the NBA.
- Kids: Stephenson has multiple children.
- Siblings: Has a brother, Lantz Stephenson, and other siblings.
Fun Facts
Stephenson is remembered for his vibrant personality, highlight-worthy plays, and his iconic moments, such as “blowing in LeBron James’ ear” during the NBA playoffs.