Last Updated on April 14, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here is detailed information about basketballer Brad Davis:

Player Profile

Personal Information:

  • Full Name: Bradley Ernest Davis
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: December 17, 1955
  • Hometown: Monaca, Pennsylvania, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm)
  • Weight: 180 pounds (82 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 4 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 12 (US)

Basketball Career:

  • Position: Point Guard / Shooting Guard
  • Jersey Number: Primarily #15
  • High School: Monaca High School, Monaca, Pennsylvania
  • College: University of Maryland (1973–1977)
    • Played under Hall of Fame coach Lefty Driesell.
  • NBA Draft:
    • Selected in the 1st round, 15th overall pick of the 1977 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Los Angeles Lakers (1977–1978)
    2. Indiana Pacers (1978–1979)
    3. Utah Jazz (1980): Brief stint
    4. Dallas Mavericks (1980–1992):
      • Became a franchise cornerstone during his 12 seasons with the Mavericks.
      • Known for his consistency, leadership, and loyalty.
  • Championship Rings: None

Personal Life:

  • Children:
    • Known to have children, but specific details are not widely publicized.
  • Siblings: Information not widely available

Notable Achievements and Legacy:

  • Brad Davis was the first player to have his jersey retired by the Dallas Mavericks (#15).
  • He ranks among the Mavericks’ all-time leaders in games played and assists.
  • Post-retirement, Davis has worked as a broadcaster and in various roles within the Mavericks organization.

Player Archetype / Play Style

Brad Davis was a steady old-school point guard whose value came from orchestration, efficiency, and toughness more than flashy star scoring. Defensively, he filled the role of a competitive team defender at the point of attack, pressuring the ball, taking charges, and using effort and awareness to compensate for limited size and athletic upside. Offensively, he functioned as a table-setter first, running the offense, delivering reliable playmaking, keeping turnovers under control, and adding timely perimeter shooting and efficient scoring when defenses gave him space. Physically, Davis was a 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard, not overpowering by NBA standards, but sturdy enough to handle heavy minutes and bring a hard-nosed edge. Put together, his game was built on control, intelligence, unselfishness, and grit, making him the kind of dependable lead guard who kept teams organized and gave them extra value through smart decisions and competitive play. (Basketball Reference)

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