Last Updated on October 7, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s the detailed profile of Luke Babbitt:

  • Full Name: Luke Robert Babbitt
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born June 20, 1989
  • Hometown: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
  • Height: 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m)
  • Weight: 225 lbs (102 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 ft 10 in
  • Shoe Size: Size 17 (US)
  • Number: #8, #5, #6
  • Position: Small Forward / Power Forward
  • High School: Galena High School, Reno, Nevada
  • College: University of Nevada, Reno (2008–2010)
  • NBA Draft: Selected 16th overall in the 2010 NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves (traded to the Portland Trail Blazers)
  • Teams Played For:
    • Portland Trail Blazers (2010–2013)
    • New Orleans Pelicans (2014–2016)
    • Miami Heat (2016–2017)
    • Atlanta Hawks (2017–2018)
    • Miami Heat (2018)
    • Played internationally in Russia and Israel
  • Championship Rings: No NBA Championships
  • Kids: Information on children is not widely available.
  • Siblings: Information on siblings is not widely available.

Luke Babbitt was known for his three-point shooting and stretch-forward capabilities during his NBA career. While not a star, he was a solid role player, particularly for teams looking to space the floor with outside shooting. After his NBA stint, Babbitt played overseas before stepping away from professional basketball.

Notes:

  • Similar players to Luke Babbitt include Kyle Korver.