Last Updated on March 25, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information on Larry Sanders:

  • Full Name: Larry Sanders
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born November 21, 1988
  • Hometown: Fort Pierce, Florida
  • Height: 6’11” (2.11 m)
  • Weight: 235 lbs (107 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7’6″ (2.29 m)
  • Shoe Size: Size 19 (US)
  • Number: Wore #8 during his career
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School: Port St. Lucie High School, Port St. Lucie, Florida
  • College: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) (2007–2010)
  • NBA Draft: 2010 NBA Draft, 15th overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks
  • Teams Played For:
    • Milwaukee Bucks (2010–2015)
    • Cleveland Cavaliers (2017)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Two children, Jasiah Sanders and Grayson Sanders
  • Siblings: Not publicly available

Larry Sanders’ player archetype was that of a rim-protecting energy big — a long, springy interior defender whose main value came from blocking shots, contesting at the basket, rebounding, and finishing simple plays around the rim rather than creating offense for himself. Defensively, he worked as a back-line anchor who could change possessions with length, timing, and mobility, using his reach and explosiveness to erase attempts in the paint, though fouls and discipline could sometimes undercut that impact. Offensively, his role was narrow and functional: screen, dive, hunt putbacks, finish lobs, and stay near the basket instead of operating as a shooter, passer, or polished post option. His physical traits — rangy frame, long arms, quick leaping ability, and high-end athleticism for a big — made him especially disruptive when he played with control. Overall, Sanders brought a high-motor, defense-first style that fit best when he was simplifying the game, protecting the rim, and letting his activity level do the damage.

Sources:

NBADraft.net — Larry Sanders
Brew Hoop — Larry Sanders contract extension talk: Addressing the mystery of Larry Sanders the basketball player
Brew Hoop — Milwaukee Bucks Summer League Notes: Why Larry Sanders still has value
Bleacher Report — How Larry Sanders Can Thrive as Center of Milwaukee Bucks Rebuild