Last Updated on April 17, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information on Danny Granger:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Danny Granger Jr.
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born April 20, 1983
  • Hometown: New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Height: 6’9″ (2.06 m)
  • Weight: 222 lbs (101 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7’1″ (2.16 m)
  • Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
  • Number: Wore #33 and #22 during his career
  • Position: Small Forward / Power Forward
  • High School: Grace King High School, Metairie, Louisiana
  • College:
    • Bradley University (2001–2003)
    • University of New Mexico (2003–2005)
  • NBA Draft: 2005 NBA Draft, 17th overall pick by the Indiana Pacers
  • Teams Played For:
    • Indiana Pacers (2005–2014)
    • Los Angeles Clippers (2014)
    • Miami Heat (2014–2015)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Has three children with his wife, Dionna Granger
  • Siblings: Has a younger brother, Scotty Granger, a musician and songwriter

Player Archetype / Play Style

Danny Granger’s archetype was that of a two-way scoring forward, a long, skilled wing who could function as a primary perimeter scorer while still giving value as a disruptive team defender. Offensively, he operated as a featured shot-maker from the wing, able to score off spot-ups, straight-line drives, post mismatches, and self-created jumpers, while defensively he used his length, timing, and awareness to contest across forward spots and generate steals rather than play as a pure shutdown stopper. Physically, Granger brought prototypical NBA wing size with a strong frame, plus length and smooth athleticism, which helped him play above smaller wings and survive tougher matchups. His overall play style blended polished scoring, floor spacing, and versatile two-way utility, making him the kind of forward who could carry offensive responsibility without losing his value away from the ball. (draftexpress.com)

Player Insights

Danny Granger was a star player for the Indiana Pacers between 2008 and 2011. The Pacers drafted Paul George in 2010-2011, and it looked like the Pacers were about to be contenders. Unfortunately, Danny Granger began to decline due to knee injuries that started in the 2011-12 season. Paul George remained with the Pacers until after the 2016-2017 NBA Season, when he was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder after it became clear that the Pacers needed to rebuild. Danny Granger was a highly skilled mid-range player, similar to Jamaal Mashburn and Tracy McGrady. 3/4/2025

Sources:

DraftExpress — Danny Granger NBA Draft Scouting Report
NBA.com — Danny Granger | Forward-Guard | Indiana Pacers
NBA.com — Top 5 all-time Indiana Pacers steals leaders