Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is the detailed profile of John Battle:

  • Full Name: John Sidney Battle
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on November 9, 1962
  • Hometown: Washington, D.C., USA
  • Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters)
  • Weight: 175 pounds (79 kg) during his playing career
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 3 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 12 (US)
  • Number: 10, 12
  • Position: Shooting guard / Point guard
  • High School: McKinley Technology High School (Washington, D.C.)
  • College: Rutgers University (1980–1985)
  • NBA Draft: 1985, 4th round, 84th overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks
  • Teams Played For:
    • Atlanta Hawks (1985–1991)
    • Cleveland Cavaliers (1991–1995)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Information about his children is not widely publicized
  • Siblings: Information about his siblings is not widely available

John Battle was known for his scoring and reliability as a role player, primarily coming off the bench. He spent the majority of his career with the Atlanta Hawks, where he became a fan favorite for his energy and ability to contribute points in key moments. Though not a star player, Battle had a solid career as a consistent guard in the NBA.