Last Updated on September 14, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is the detailed profile of Joel Anthony:

  • Full Name: Joel Vincent Anthony
  • Nationality: Canadian
  • Age: Born on August 9, 1982
  • Hometown: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 meters)
  • Weight: 245 pounds (111 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Men’s US size 16
  • Number: 50
  • Position: Center / Power forward
  • High School: Dawson College (Montreal, Quebec, Canada)
  • College: University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) (2004–2007)
  • NBA Draft: Undrafted in 2007, signed as a free agent with the Miami Heat
  • Teams Played For:
    • Miami Heat (2007–2014)
    • Boston Celtics (2014)
    • Detroit Pistons (2014–2016)
    • San Antonio Spurs (2016–2017)
    • Played overseas after the NBA
  • Championship Rings: 2 NBA Championships with the Miami Heat (2012, 2013)
  • Kids: Information about his children is not widely publicized
  • Siblings: Information about his siblings is not widely available

Joel Anthony was known for his defensive abilities, shot-blocking, and rebounding. Though he wasn’t a scorer, he was a valuable role player for the Miami Heat during their championship runs in 2012 and 2013, playing alongside LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh. Anthony’s ability to protect the rim and his work ethic earned him respect from teammates and coaches throughout his career.