Last Updated on February 25, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s detailed information about Caron Butler:
- Full Name: James Caron Butler
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born March 13, 1980
- Hometown: Racine, Wisconsin, USA
- Height: 6 feet 7 inches (2.01 m)
- Weight: 228 pounds (103 kg)
- Wingspan: 7 feet 0 inches (2.13 m)
- Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)
- Number: 3, 4, 5, 31, 6, 7 (wore various numbers during his career)
- Position: Small Forward / Shooting Guard
- High School: Racine Park High School (Racine, Wisconsin)
- College: University of Connecticut (2000–2002)
- NBA Draft: Selected 10th overall in the 1st round of the 2002 NBA Draft by the Miami Heat
- Teams Played For:
- Miami Heat (2002–2004)
- Los Angeles Lakers (2004–2005)
- Washington Wizards (2005–2010)
- Dallas Mavericks (2010–2011)
- Los Angeles Clippers (2011–2013)
- Milwaukee Bucks (2013–2014)
- Oklahoma City Thunder (2014)
- Detroit Pistons (2014–2015)
- Sacramento Kings (2015–2016)
- Championship Rings: 1 (with Dallas Mavericks in 2011, though he missed most of the playoffs due to injury)
- Kids: 5 children
- Siblings: Not much is publicly known about his siblings
Fun Facts
- Caron Butler overcame a troubled youth to become an inspirational figure in the NBA.
- Known for his scoring ability, toughness, and leadership, he was a two-time NBA All-Star (2007, 2008) and a vital contributor to every team he played for.
- Despite injuries cutting short his playoff run with the Mavericks, he earned a championship ring in 2011. After retiring, Butler transitioned into broadcasting and coaching, continuing to influence the basketball community.
- His autobiography and community work highlight his commitment to giving back and inspiring others.