Last Updated on December 21, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here’s the detailed information about PJ Brown:
- Full Name: Collier “PJ” Brown Jr.
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born October 14, 1969
- Hometown: Detroit, Michigan (raised in Winnsboro, Louisiana)
- Height: 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 m)
- Weight: 239 lbs (108 kg)
- Wingspan: 7 feet 3 inches (2.21 m)
- Shoe Size: Size 19 (US)
- Number: Wore jersey numbers 42, 93, 13, and 8 during his NBA career
- Position: Power forward / Center
- High School: Winnsboro High School (Winnsboro, Louisiana)
- College: Louisiana Tech University (1988–1992)
- NBA Draft: 1992, Round 2, Pick 29 by the New Jersey Nets
- Teams Played For:
- New Jersey Nets (1993–1996)
- Miami Heat (1996–2000)
- Charlotte Hornets / New Orleans Hornets (2000–2006)
- Chicago Bulls (2006–2007)
- Boston Celtics (2008)
- Championship Rings: 1 (2008 with the Boston Celtics)
- Kids: 3 daughters (Krysten, Lauren, and Whitney Brown)
- Siblings: PJ Brown has siblings, though specific details are not widely disclosed.
Fun Facts
- PJ Brown was known for his defensive prowess, rebounding, and leadership on and off the court. He was named to the NBA All-Defensive Team three times during his career.
- His crucial contributions to the Boston Celtics in the 2008 playoffs helped the team secure their 17th NBA championship.
- Brown is widely respected for his professionalism and community involvement throughout his career.