Last Updated on January 9, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a detailed profile on Kendall Gill, a former professional basketball player:

  • Full Name: Kendall Cedric Gill
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on May 25, 1968
  • Hometown: Chicago, Illinois, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 meters)
  • Weight: 215 pounds (98 kilograms)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 6 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Number: Wore numbers 13, 12, and 9 during his career
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Small Forward
  • High School: Rich Central High School (Olympia Fields, Illinois)
  • College: University of Illinois (1986–1990)
  • NBA Draft:
    • Drafted 5th overall in the 1990 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets
  • Teams Played For:
    • Charlotte Hornets (1990–1993, 1995–1996)
    • Seattle SuperSonics (1993–1995)
    • New Jersey Nets (1996–2001)
    • Miami Heat (2001)
    • Minnesota Timberwolves (2002)
    • Chicago Bulls (2003–2004)
    • Milwaukee Bucks (2004–2005)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Two sons, Phoenix Gill and Kota Gill
  • Siblings: Not publicly disclosed
  • Notable Achievements:
    • Known for being one of the best defenders of his era, leading the league in steals during the 1998–1999 season.
    • Played a significant role in the “Flying Illini” team that reached the NCAA Final Four in 1989.