Last Updated on December 22, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s the detailed information about Duane Cooper:
- Full Name: Duane Earl Cooper
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born June 25, 1969
- Hometown: Benton Harbor, Michigan
- Height: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m)
- Weight: 185 lbs (84 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 2 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 11 (US)
- Number: Wore jersey numbers 5 and 21 during his NBA career
- Position: Point guard
- High School: Pasadena High School (Pasadena, California)
- College: University of Southern California (USC) (1987–1992)
- NBA Draft: 1992, Round 2, Pick 36 by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Teams Played For:
- Los Angeles Lakers (1992–1993)
- Phoenix Suns (1993–1994)
- Championship Rings: None
- Kids: Not publicly disclosed
- Siblings: Not publicly disclosed
Fun Facts
- Duane Cooper had a short NBA career, playing as a backup point guard for two seasons.
- He was known for his defensive effort and playmaking during his time at USC, where he was a standout college player.
- After his NBA stint, Cooper played professionally overseas and in various minor leagues, including the CBA (Continental Basketball Association).
- Cooper has since been involved in coaching and mentoring young basketball players, focusing on skill development.