Last Updated on September 7, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a detailed profile of Derek Fisher:

  • Full Name: Derek Lamar Fisher
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born August 9, 1974
  • Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
  • Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
  • Weight: 210 lbs (95 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) (estimated based on position)
  • Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
  • Jersey Number: #2, #6, #37
  • Position: Point guard
  • High School: Parkview Arts and Science Magnet High School (Little Rock, AR)
  • College: University of Arkansas at Little Rock
  • NBA Draft: 1996, 1st round (24th overall) by the Los Angeles Lakers
  • Teams Played For:
    1. Los Angeles Lakers (1996–2004, 2007–2012)
    2. Golden State Warriors (2004–2006)
    3. Utah Jazz (2006–2007)
    4. Oklahoma City Thunder (2012, 2013–2014)
    5. Dallas Mavericks (2012–2013)
  • Championship Rings: 5 (2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2010 with the Los Angeles Lakers)
  • Kids: Derek Fisher has four children: daughters Tatum and Drew, and twins Marshall and Chloe Fisher.
  • Siblings: Derek has an older brother named Duane Fisher, who played professionally overseas.

Fun Facts

Derek Fisher went on to become a coach and sports executive after his playing career. He served as the head coach of the New York Knicks (2014–2016) and the Los Angeles Sparks of the WNBA (2019–2022). Fisher was known for his leadership on and off the court, particularly during his time with the Lakers, where he was a key contributor to multiple championships alongside Kobe Bryant. Fisher also briefly served as President of the NBA Players Association.