Last Updated on April 16, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information on Grant Hill:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Grant Henry Hill
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on October 5, 1972
  • Hometown: Dallas, Texas, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 8 inches (203 cm)
  • Weight: 225 lbs (102 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches (208 cm)
  • Shoe Size: 15 (US)
  • Number: 33 (with the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic), 1 (with the Phoenix Suns), 3 (with the Los Angeles Clippers)
  • Position: Small Forward / Shooting Guard
  • High School: South Lakes High School in Reston, Virginia
  • College: Duke University (Duke Blue Devils) (1990–1994)
  • NBA Draft: 1994 NBA Draft, 1st round, 3rd overall pick by the Detroit Pistons
  • Teams Played For:
    • Detroit Pistons (1994–2000)
    • Orlando Magic (2000–2007)
    • Phoenix Suns (2007–2012)
    • Los Angeles Clippers (2012–2013)
  • Championship Rings: 0 (as a player)
  • Kids: 2 daughters (Myla Grace Hill and Lael Rose Hill)
  • Siblings: No known siblings (only child)

Player Archetype / Play Style

Grant Hill’s player archetype was that of a point forward, a smooth all-around wing who could score, create, rebound, and defend without forcing the game. At 6-foot-8 and 225 pounds, he had long strides, strong frame balance, and the kind of fluid athleticism that let him attack downhill, finish in traffic, and handle the ball like a guard. Defensively, he could check wings, switch across perimeter assignments, and use his length and instincts as a disruptive help defender, while offensively he functioned as a primary initiator or secondary creator who thrived in transition, slashing to the rim, working the mid-range, and setting up teammates. His overall play style blended polish and versatility, giving him the profile of a do-it-all floor leader from the forward spot rather than a one-dimensional scorer. (Basketball Reference)

Notes:

Player Insights

Grant Hill opened his NBA career at a high level with the Detroit Pistons, where he spent six seasons and earned five All-Star selections. He later joined the Orlando Magic to form a partnership with Tracy McGrady, but injuries disrupted that pairing almost immediately. Hill returned in better health for the 2004-05 season, though McGrady had already been traded to the Houston Rockets. While Hill remained a respected player, injuries prevented him from fully recapturing the level he showed earlier in his career. Even so, his Detroit years remain an important part of his legacy, as he was a central figure on one of the stronger teams of the 1990s. (2/11/2025)

Sources:

Basketball-Reference — Grant Hill Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame — Grant Hill
NBA.com — Grant Hill | Forward | Detroit Pistons