Last Updated on December 24, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s detailed information about Trevor Ariza:
- Full Name: Trevor Anthony Ariza
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born on June 30, 1985
- Hometown: Miami, Florida, USA
- Height: 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 meters)
- Weight: 215 pounds (98 kg)
- Wingspan: 7 feet 2 inches (2.18 meters)
- Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
- Number: 1, 3, 4, 8 (varied during his career)
- Position: Small Forward / Shooting Guard
- High School: Westchester High School (Los Angeles, California)
- College: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) (2003–2004)
- NBA Draft: 2004 (2nd round, 43rd pick overall by the New York Knicks)
- Teams Played For:
- New York Knicks (2004–2006)
- Orlando Magic (2006–2007)
- Los Angeles Lakers (2007–2009)
- Houston Rockets (2009–2010, 2014–2018)
- New Orleans Hornets (2010–2012)
- Washington Wizards (2012–2014, 2018–2019)
- Phoenix Suns (2018)
- Sacramento Kings (2019–2020)
- Portland Trail Blazers (2020–2021)
- Miami Heat (2021)
- Los Angeles Lakers (2021–2022)
- Championship Rings: 1 (2009 with the Los Angeles Lakers)
- Kids: 2 sons (Tajh Ariza and Tristan Ariza)
- Siblings: 1 younger brother (Kenny Ariza, who tragically passed away in 1996)
Fun Facts
- Trevor Ariza was known for his defensive skills, three-point shooting, and versatility, making him a valuable role player and “3-and-D” specialist.
- He played a significant role in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2009 NBA Championship run.
- Throughout his career, Ariza was regarded as a dependable veteran presence and a key contributor to many teams.