Last Updated on January 12, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Johnny Furphy is an Australian professional basketball player known for his versatility and promising talent on the court.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Johnny Furphy
- Nationality: Australian
- Date of Birth: December 7, 2004
- Hometown: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Height: 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
- Weight: 202 pounds (92 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 10 inches
- Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
- Jersey Number: Varied throughout career
- High School: Attended the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Centre of Excellence in Canberra, Australia
- College: University of Kansas (2023–2024)
- NBA Draft: Selected in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft with the 35th overall pick by the Indiana Pacers
Professional Teams:
- Indiana Pacers (2024–present)
Achievements:
- All-Big 12 Honorable Mention: 2024
- All-Big 12 Freshman Team: 2024
- Led Kansas in three-point field goals: 2024
Personal Life:
- Parents: Richard Furphy and Liza Alpers
- Siblings:
- Brother: Joe Furphy, who signed a professional contract to play Australian Football
- Sister: Holly Furphy, a sophomore soccer player at Santa Clara University
- Children: None
Furphy’s journey from Melbourne to the NBA highlights his dedication and rapid development in basketball. His collegiate performance at Kansas showcased his potential, leading to his selection by the Indiana Pacers in the 2024 NBA Draft.