Last Updated on September 7, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a detailed profile of Roy Rogers:

  • Full Name: Roy Lee Rogers
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born August 19, 1976
  • Hometown: Linden, Alabama, USA
  • Height: 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)
  • Weight: 235 lbs (107 kg)
  • Wingspan: Estimated around 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m) based on height and position
  • Shoe Size: 16 (estimated based on NBA data)
  • Jersey Number: #40, #9, #8
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • High School: Linden High School (Linden, AL)
  • College: University of Alabama
  • NBA Draft: 1996, 1st round (22nd overall) by the Vancouver Grizzlies
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Vancouver Grizzlies (1996–1997)
    2. Boston Celtics (1997–1998)
    3. Toronto Raptors (1998)
    4. Denver Nuggets (1999)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Roy Rogers has three children: a son named Roy Rogers Jr. and two daughters.
  • Siblings: Information about his siblings is not widely publicized.

Fun Facts

Roy Rogers is known more for his post-playing career as an NBA assistant coach. He has coached for several teams, including the Brooklyn Nets, Washington Wizards, Houston Rockets, Chicago Bulls, and the Los Angeles Clippers. His expertise in player development, particularly with big men, has made him a valuable asset on various coaching staffs. Rogers had a brief but impactful career as a shot-blocking forward/center in the NBA before transitioning to coaching.