Last Updated on April 14, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Mitch Richmond:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Mitchell James Richmond III
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: 58 (born June 30, 1965)
  • Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
  • Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 meters)
  • Weight: 215 pounds (98 kilograms)
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • High School: Boyd H. Anderson High School, Lauderdale Lakes, Florida
  • College:
    1. Moberly Area Community College (1984–1986)
    2. Kansas State University (1986–1988)
  • NBA Draft: 1988, 1st round, 5th overall pick by the Golden State Warriors
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Golden State Warriors (1988–1991)
    2. Sacramento Kings (1991–1998)
    3. Washington Wizards (1998–2001)
    4. Los Angeles Lakers (2001–2002)
  • NBA Championship: 2002 with the Los Angeles Lakers
  • Accolades:
    • NBA Rookie of the Year: 1989
    • 6-time NBA All-Star (1993–1998)
    • 5-time All-NBA Selection
    • Olympic Gold Medalist: 1996 Summer Olympics with Team USA
    • Career Points: 20,497 (21 points per game average over his career)
    • NBA Hall of Fame Induction: 2014
  • Spouse: Married to Juliannah Richmond
  • Kids: 3 children, including sons Phillip Richmond and Jerin Richmond, both of whom have played basketball
  • Siblings: He has three brothers.

Mitch Richmond’s player archetype was that of a power scoring guard: a strong, polished two-way wing who could carry an offense, punish smaller defenders, and still function within a structured backcourt. Defensively, he was built to handle tough shooting-guard assignments with strength and competitiveness, using his sturdy frame more than flashy disruption. Offensively, Richmond operated as a primary scorer who could create in the mid-range, attack the rim, post smaller guards, and space the floor from deep, which made him one of the more complete perimeter scorers of his era. Physically, he brought prototypical size for the position at 6-foot-5 and 220 pounds, combining a muscular build with enough skill and balance to score in several different ways. His play style, taken as a whole, was forceful but controlled: a disciplined bucket-getter whose game blended power, shot-making, and veteran-level composure. (Basketball Reference)

Notes:

  • Mitch Richmond was known for his scoring ability, consistent shooting, and strong defense.
  • He formed part of the famed “Run TMC” trio alongside Tim Hardaway and Chris Mullin during his time with the Warriors.

Sources:

Basketball-Reference — Mitch Richmond Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — Mitch Richmond
USA Basketball — Mitch Richmond