Last Updated on September 10, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a detailed profile of Chet Walker:

  • Full Name: Chester “Chet” Walker
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on February 22, 1940
  • Hometown: Benton Harbor, Michigan, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)
  • Weight: Approximately 212 pounds (96 kg)
  • Wingspan: Estimated at around 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US).
  • Jersey Numbers: Wore #25 with the Philadelphia 76ers and #30 with the Chicago Bulls.
  • Position: Small Forward
  • High School: Benton Harbor High School in Benton Harbor, Michigan
  • College: Bradley University (played from 1959 to 1962)
  • NBA Draft: Selected in the 2nd round, 12th overall, in the 1962 NBA Draft by the Syracuse Nationals (who later became the Philadelphia 76ers).
  • Teams Played For:
    • Syracuse Nationals/Philadelphia 76ers (1962–1969)
    • Chicago Bulls (1969–1975)
  • Accolades:
    • Championship Rings:
      1× NBA Champion (1967) with the Philadelphia 76ers, a team that is considered one of the greatest in NBA history.
    • Career Highlights:
    • 7× NBA All-Star (1964, 1966–1967, 1970–1973)
    • Known for his scoring ability and versatility, Walker was a key offensive contributor for both the 76ers and the Bulls.
  • Kids: Chet Walker has two children: Chet Walker Jr. and Dana Walker
  • Siblings: Information about Chet Walker’s siblings is not widely publicized.

Chet Walker was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012. Known for his smooth, elegant play on the court, Walker was an efficient scorer and a critical part of the Philadelphia 76ers’ 1967 championship team. His time with the Chicago Bulls also saw him become one of the team’s primary scorers. Walker was an early advocate for players’ rights and was known for his leadership on and off the court.