Last Updated on January 8, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information about Latrell Sprewell:

  • Full Name: Latrell Fontaine Sprewell
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born September 8, 1970
  • Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 m)
  • Weight: 190 lbs (86 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 m)
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Number: Wore jersey numbers 15, 8, and 4 during his NBA career
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • High School: Washington High School (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
  • College:
    • Three Rivers Community College (1988–1990)
    • University of Alabama (1990–1992)
  • NBA Draft: 1992 NBA Draft, Round 1, Pick 24 by the Golden State Warriors
  • Teams Played For:
    • Golden State Warriors (1992–1998)
    • New York Knicks (1998–2003)
    • Minnesota Timberwolves (2003–2005)
  • Championship Rings: None (reached the NBA Finals with the Knicks in 1999 but did not win)
  • Kids: 4 children: Latrell Jr., Tiffany, Jarett, and Toriany Sprewell
  • Siblings: Specific details about siblings are not widely disclosed.

Fun Facts

  • Latrell Sprewell was a dynamic scorer and versatile defender known for his athleticism and tenacity.
  • He was a four-time NBA All-Star (1994, 1995, 1997, 2001) and was named to the All-NBA First Team in 1994.
  • Sprewell is also remembered for his controversial off-court incidents, including a highly publicized altercation with coach P.J. Carlesimo while playing for the Warriors.
  • He played a key role in leading the New York Knicks to the NBA Finals in 1999, where they lost to the San Antonio Spurs.