Last Updated on January 8, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s detailed information about Elton Brand:
- Full Name: Elton Tyron Brand
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born March 11, 1979
- Hometown: Cortlandt Manor, New York
- Height: 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 m)
- Weight: 254 lbs (115 kg)
- Wingspan: 7 feet 5 inches (2.26 m)
- Shoe Size: 17 (U.S.)
- Number: Wore jersey numbers 42, 7, and 3 during his NBA career
- Position: Power forward / Center
- High School: Peekskill High School (Peekskill, New York)
- College: Duke University (1997–1999) – Duke Blue Devils
- NBA Draft: 1999, Round 1, Pick 1 by the Chicago Bulls
- Teams Played For:
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- Chicago Bulls (1999–2001)
- Los Angeles Clippers (2001–2008)
- Philadelphia 76ers (2008–2012, 2015–2016)
- Dallas Mavericks (2012–2013)
- Atlanta Hawks (2013–2015)**
- Championship Rings: None
- Kids:
- Two children: A son (Elton Peace Brand) and a daughter, whose name has not been widely publicized.
- Siblings: Elton Brand does not have any widely known siblings.
Fun Facts
- Elton Brand was the 1999 Naismith College Player of the Year and a standout player at Duke University before declaring for the NBA Draft.
- He won NBA Co-Rookie of the Year in 2000, sharing the award with Steve Francis.
- Known for his scoring, rebounding, and defensive skills, Brand was a 2-time NBA All-Star (2002, 2006).
- He spent the prime of his career with the Los Angeles Clippers, where he was their franchise cornerstone for several seasons.
- After retiring as a player, Brand transitioned to front-office roles and is currently serving as the General Manager for the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Off the court, Brand has been involved in numerous charitable initiatives, particularly focusing on education and community outreach programs.