Last Updated on December 22, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here are the details for James Edwards:

  • Full Name: James Dwayne Edwards
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born June 8, 1958
  • Hometown: Detroit, Michigan, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters)
  • Weight: 230 pounds (104 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 17 (US)
  • Number: Wore 53 and 6 during his NBA career
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School: Detroit Northwestern High School in Detroit, Michigan
  • College: Arizona State University (1976–1979)
  • NBA Draft: 1979 NBA Draft, 44th overall pick (2nd round) by the Indiana Pacers
  • Teams Played For:
    • Indiana Pacers (1979–1981)
    • Phoenix Suns (1981–1983)
    • Detroit Pistons (1983–1990)
    • Cleveland Cavaliers (1990–1991)
    • Portland Trail Blazers (1991–1992)
    • Washington Bullets (1992–1993)
  • Championship Rings: 2 (1989, 1990 with the Detroit Pistons)
  • Kids: Information not widely available
  • Siblings: Information not widely available

Fun Facts

  • He played a key role as a big man for the Detroit Pistons during their “Bad Boys” era, winning two NBA championships in 1989 and 1990.
  • Edwards was also notable for his versatility, able to play both center and power forward.
  • After retiring from basketball, he has remained involved in various community activities.