Last Updated on January 8, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a detailed profile for Nick Van Exel:

  • Full Name: Nickey Maxwell Van Exel
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born November 27, 1971
  • Hometown: Kenosha, Wisconsin
  • Height: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters)
  • Weight: 170 pounds (77 kg)
  • Wingspan: Estimated 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Estimated size 12 (not officially documented)
  • Number: Mostly wore 9 during his NBA career
  • Position: Point Guard
  • High School: St. Joseph High School in Kenosha, Wisconsin
  • College:
  • Trinity Valley Community College (1989–1991)
  • University of Cincinnati (1991–1993)
    • Became a standout player and helped lead Cincinnati to the NCAA Final Four in 1992.
  • Draft: 1993 NBA Draft; 37th overall pick by the Los Angeles Lakers
  • NBA Teams Played For:
    • Los Angeles Lakers (1993–1998)
    • Denver Nuggets (1998–2002)
    • Dallas Mavericks (2002–2003)
    • Golden State Warriors (2003–2004)
    • Portland Trail Blazers (2004–2005)
    • San Antonio Spurs (2005–2006)
  • Championships: 0 (Van Exel did not win an NBA championship)
  • Coaching:
  • Assistant Coach:
    • Memphis Grizzlies (2016–2019)
    • Atlanta Hawks (2021–present)
  • Kids: Nick Van Exel has one son, Nickey Van Exel Jr..
  • Siblings: Information about his siblings is not widely publicized.

Nick Van Exel had a highly productive NBA career, known for his playmaking, creativity, and fiery attitude on the court, often coming up big in late-game situations.

Fun Facts

  • Nicknamed: “Nick the Quick” due to his speed, quickness, and flashy style of play.
  • All-Star: Van Exel was named an NBA All-Star in 1998 while playing for the Lakers.
  • Career Highlights: Known for his scoring ability, clutch three-point shooting, and fearless play in big moments. Van Exel was a fan favorite, especially during his time with the Lakers, where he was part of the core that helped turn the team into contenders in the 1990s.
  • College Achievements: Played a major role in bringing the Cincinnati Bearcats back to national prominence in the early ’90s.