Last Updated on April 18, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here is the information about Monta Ellis:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Monta Ellis
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born October 26, 1985
  • Hometown: Jackson, Mississippi
  • Height: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m)
  • Weight: 185 lbs (84 kg)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m)
  • Shoe Size: Size 13 (US)
  • Number: Wore #8, #11, and #9 during his career
  • Position: Shooting Guard / Point Guard
  • High School: Lanier High School, Jackson, Mississippi
  • College: Did not attend college (entered the NBA directly from high school)
  • NBA Draft: 2005, 2nd Round, 40th pick overall by the Golden State Warriors
  • Teams Played For:
    • Golden State Warriors
    • Milwaukee Bucks
    • Dallas Mavericks
    • Indiana Pacers
  • Championship Rings: 0
  • Kids: Yes, Monta Ellis has two children, a son and a daughter.
  • Siblings: Monta Ellis has a brother, Antwain Ellis.

Player Archetype / Play Style

Monta Ellis’ player archetype was that of a downhill scoring guard, a quick, attack-minded combo guard who pressured defenses with speed, ball handling, and constant rim pressure. Defensively, he was more disruptive than overpowering, using his quick hands and activity to generate steals, while offensively he worked as a slasher, secondary playmaker, and volume creator who could carry stretches of scoring and put real pressure on a defense in transition and the pick-and-roll. At 6-foot-3 and 185 pounds, Ellis relied less on brute strength and more on burst, agility, body control, and improvisation, and his play style was built around pace, dribble penetration, acrobatic finishing, and a fearless scorer’s mentality. (NBA)

Fun Facts

  • Monta Ellis was the 2007 NBA Most Improved Player, known for his scoring ability, speed, and mid-range game.
  • He played 12 seasons in the NBA and was one of the most prolific scoring guards during his peak years.
  • Since retiring, Ellis has focused on family life and community involvement in his hometown.

Sources:

NBA.com — Monta Ellis | Guard | Golden State Warriors
Dallas Mavericks — Monta Ellis is proving critics wrong one win at a time
Dallas Mavericks — Monta Ellis Signs with the Mavs
Dallas Mavericks — 2015 Year in Review: Monta Ellis