Last Updated on January 28, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is the detailed profile of Lamar Odom:

  • Full Name: Lamar Joseph Odom
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: Born November 6, 1979
  • Hometown: South Jamaica, Queens, New York City, New York, USA.
  • Height: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters).
  • Weight: During his playing career, he weighed around 220-230 pounds (100-104 kg).
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 4 inches (2.24 meters).
  • Shoe Size: 16 (US)
  • Number: Wore #7 with the Los Angeles Lakers and #14 with the Miami Heat, among others.
  • Position: Power Forward / Small Forward.
  • High School: Christ the King Regional High School in Middle Village, Queens, New York.
  • College: University of Rhode Island.
  • NBA Draft: 1999 NBA Draft, 1st round, 4th overall pick by the Los Angeles Clippers.
  • Teams Played For:
    • Los Angeles Clippers (1999–2003)
    • Miami Heat (2003–2004)
    • Los Angeles Lakers (2004–2011)
    • Dallas Mavericks (2011–2012)
    • Los Angeles Clippers (2012–2013)
    • Baskonia (Spain, 2014)
    • New York Knicks (2014)
  • Championship Rings: 2 (2009 and 2010 with the Los Angeles Lakers).
  • Kids: Lamar Odom has three children: Destiny Odom, Lamar Odom Jr., and Jayden Odom.
  • Siblings: He has a half-sister named Jocelyn Mercer.

Lamar Odom was known for his versatility, playmaking, and ability to play multiple positions, making him one of the most talented forwards of his generation.

Notes:

  • Similar players to Lamar Odom include Scottie Pippen, Toni Kukoč, Chris Webber, Detlef Schrempf, Magic Johnson, Draymond Green, Ben Simmons, Kyle Anderson, Boris Diaw, Kevin Durant, Evan Mobley, and Giannis Antetokounmpo.