Last Updated on April 17, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Corky Calhoun:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: David “Corky” Calhoun
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on November 1, 1950
  • Hometown: Waukegan, Illinois, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 7 inches (2.01 meters)
  • Weight: 210 pounds (95 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Number: 11, 7, 6 (wore different numbers during his career)
  • Position: Small Forward / Power Forward
  • High School: Waukegan Township High School (Waukegan, Illinois)
  • College: University of Pennsylvania (1969–1972)
  • NBA Draft: 1972 (1st round, 4th pick overall by the Phoenix Suns)
  • Teams Played For:
    • Phoenix Suns (1972–1974)
    • Los Angeles Lakers (1974–1975)
    • Portland Trail Blazers (1975–1979)
    • Indiana Pacers (1979–1980)
  • Championship Rings: 1 (1977 with the Portland Trail Blazers)
  • Kids: Information not widely available
  • Siblings: Information not widely available

Player Archetype / Play Style

Corky Calhoun’s player archetype was that of a versatile glue-guy forward, the kind of team-first wing who could absorb different jobs without needing the offense built around him. At 6-foot-7 and 210 pounds, shooting right-handed, he had the frame for small forward but also the all-around profile to slide into other duties, and Penn’s own write-up describes him as a complete, unselfish player who handled whatever role was asked of him and even moved to the backcourt as a senior, so his defensive role is best understood as a physical, adaptable forward defender, while his offensive role was more complementary than primary: finishing plays, rebounding, moving the ball, and fitting into structure rather than dominating possessions. Overall, his play style reads as rugged, flexible, and low-maintenance, with value rooted in versatility, effort, and willingness to do the connective work that helps a lineup function. (Basketball Reference)

Fun Facts

  • Corky Calhoun was known for his defensive skills and versatility as a forward during his NBA career.
  • He played a key bench role on the Portland Trail Blazers’ 1977 championship team, contributing solid defense and effort.
  • After retiring, Calhoun largely stepped away from the basketball spotlight and has lived a private life.

Sources:

University of Pennsylvania Athletics — David “Corky” Calhoun – University of Pennsylvania Athletics
Basketball-Reference — Corky Calhoun Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Draft Status and more
Ivy League — David “Corky” Calhoun, Penn