Last Updated on April 17, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
Here’s a detailed profile of Khris Middleton:
Player Profile
- Full Name: James Khristian Middleton
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born August 12, 1991
- Hometown: Charleston, South Carolina, USA
- Height: 6 feet 7 inches (201 cm)
- Weight: 222 lbs (101 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 11 inches (211cm)
- Shoe Size: 14 (US)
- Shoe Brand: Nike GT Cut 3, Nike GT Hustle 2, Nike Air Zoom GT Cut 2, Nike Kobe 6 Protro, Nike Kobe 5 Protro, Nike Air Force Max Low, Nike Hyperdunk X Low, Nike Hyperdunk 2017, Nike Zoom Live 2
- Jersey Number: 32 (Detroit Pistons), 22 (Milwaukee Bucks), 32 (Washington Wizards)
- Position: Small forward / Shooting guard
- High School and College:
- High School:
- Porter-Gaud School (Charleston, South Carolina)
- College:
- Texas A&M University (2009–2012)
- High School:
- NBA Draft:
- Drafted: 39th overall pick in the 2nd round of the 2012 NBA Draft by the Detroit Pistons
- Teams Played For:
- Detroit Pistons (2012–2013)
- Milwaukee Bucks (2013–2024)
- Washington Wizards (2024–2025)
- Championship Rings:
- NBA: 1 (2021 with the Milwaukee Bucks)
- Kids: Middleton has a daughter named Audrielle.
- Siblings: He has one older sister named Brittney Middleton.
Player Archetype / Play Style
Khris Middleton’s player archetype is that of a polished three-level scoring wing, a veteran shot-making forward who blends secondary playmaking, half-court shot creation, and steady two-way feel rather than explosive athleticism. At 6-foot-7 and 222 pounds, he has the size and strength to play either wing spot, shoot over smaller defenders, and absorb contact while operating at his own pace. Offensively, his role is built around mid-range creation, spot-up shooting, pick-and-roll playmaking, and late-clock shotmaking, which makes him especially useful as a complementary initiator next to more ball-dominant stars. Defensively, he is more of a smart positional wing defender than a pure stopper at this stage, using length, experience, and anticipation to stay functional within a team scheme. Altogether, Middleton plays like a seasoned connector-scorer whose value comes from shot versatility, calm decision-making, and the ability to give an offense structure without forcing the action. (NBA)
Fun Facts
- A three-time NBA All-Star, Middleton played a crucial role in helping the Milwaukee Bucks secure the 2021 NBA Championship.
- Outside of basketball, he is involved in charities, focusing on education and supporting underprivileged communities.
Player Insights
Khris Middleton has only played 23 games so far this season and is currently on the injury report again. He’s on track to miss at least half of the season. That could be one of the reasons the Milwaukee Bucks decided to trade him at the deadline to the Washington Wizards for Kyle Kuzma. I was enjoying watching Middleton age in Milwaukee and was curious how long he could keep them in contention. However, I don’t blame the Bucks for getting younger. They were probably planning a move like that for a while and took the chance on the first decent player who presented themselves to them. The problem for the Bucks during the rest of the 2024-25 NBA Season is can Kuzma develop enough chemistry with the Bucks in time for the playoffs, or will the Bucks need to wait until 2025-26 before they can content again? With Giannis having injury problems himself, we might have to look ahead to next season. 2/13/2025
Sources:
NBA.com — Khris Middleton | Forward | Dallas Mavericks
NBA.com — Khris Middleton | Forward | Dallas Mavericks
NBA.com — Khris Middleton bio
NBA.com — Mavs-Lakers preview: Khris Middleton knows what it takes to win an NBA title
CBS Sports — Mavericks’ Khris Middleton: Heading to Dallas