Last Updated on December 22, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Derrick Favors:

  • Full Name: Derrick Bernard Favors
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born July 15, 1991 (currently 33 years old)
  • Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia
  • Height: 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m)
  • Weight: 265 lbs (120 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 m)
  • Shoe Size: 16 (U.S.)
  • Number: Has worn jersey numbers 15, 22, and 34 during his NBA career
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • High School: South Atlanta High School (Atlanta, Georgia)
  • College: Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) (2009–2010)
  • NBA Draft: 2010, Round 1, Pick 3 by the New Jersey Nets
  • Teams Played For:
    1. New Jersey Nets (2010–2011)
    2. Utah Jazz (2011–2019, 2020–2021)
    3. New Orleans Pelicans (2019–2020)
    4. Oklahoma City Thunder (2021–2022)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Has three children, though specific details are not widely publicized
  • Siblings:
    • Darian Favors: Twin sister
    • Deandra Favors: Older sister

Fun Facts

  • Derrick Favors was a highly touted high school recruit, earning McDonald’s All-American honors and leading South Atlanta High School to a state championship.
  • At Georgia Tech, he was named the ACC Rookie of the Year after averaging 12.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks in his lone college season.
  • Favors has been known for his defensive versatility, rebounding, and ability to play both frontcourt positions effectively.
  • He spent the majority of his career with the Utah Jazz, where he played a key role in their playoff runs and served as a reliable contributor in the post.
  • Off the court, Favors has been active in community outreach and mentoring young athletes.