Last Updated on July 21, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Drew Eubanks carved out his place in the NBA through relentless effort, physical interior play, and a blue-collar approach that consistently brings energy off the bench. Whether finishing around the rim, battling for rebounds, or protecting the paint, his toughness and dependable work ethic have made him a trusted rotational big man.

Here’s a detailed profile of Drew Eubanks:

  • Full Name: Drew Eubanks
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: February 1, 1997
  • Hometown: Born in Starkville, Mississippi; moved to Troutdale, Oregon, at age 2.
  • Height: 6 feet 10 inches (2.08 meters)
  • Weight: 245 pounds (111 kilograms)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 0 inches (213cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 16 (US)
  • Shoe Brand: Nike Kyrie 7
  • Jersey Number: 14 (San Antonio Spurs), 24 (Portland Trail Blazers), 14 (Phoenix Suns), 15 (Utah Jazz)
  • Position: Center / Power Forward
  • High School: Reynolds High School in Troutdale, Oregon
  • College: Oregon State University (2015–2018)
  • NBA Draft: Declared for the 2018 NBA Draft but went undrafted.
  • Player Archetype: Energy big / rim-running center
  • Primary Offensive Role: Screen-and-roll finisher, offensive rebounder, interior scorer
  • Defensive Role: Interior rim protector, physical paint presence
  • Play Style: High-motor, physical, hustle-oriented big who thrives in pick-and-roll and second-chance situations
  • Handedness / Shooting Hand: Right-handed
  • Athletic Profile: Strong frame, good vertical pop, above-average motor and stamina
  • Recruiting Status: 3-star recruit (mid-major level interest)
  • Draft Status Detail: Undrafted in 2018; signed with San Antonio Spurs on a two-way contract
  • Injury Status Category: Durable — generally available with no major long-term injuries on record
  • Career Stage: Prime rotational big
  • Comparison Style: Traditional energy big with modern mobility
  • Comparable Players:
    • Nick Collison — high-motor glue big
    • Mason Plumlee — athletic rim-runner and passer
    • Kevon Looney — rebounding-focused interior anchor
    • Chris Andersen — energy rim protector
  • Teams Played For:
    • San Antonio Spurs (2018–2022)
    • Portland Trail Blazers (2022–2023)
    • Phoenix Suns (2023–2024)
    • Utah Jazz (2024–2025)
    • Los Angeles Clippers (2024–2025)
    • Sacramento Kings (2025–present
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Children: Information not publicly available.
  • Siblings: Has one sister, Kelli

Drew Eubanks fits the player archetype of an energy big, operating primarily as a rim-running interior presence who brings physicality and constant activity on both ends. Defensively, he functions as a paint protector and effort-driven rebounder, while offensively he thrives as a screen-setter, roll man, and finisher around the basket rather than a creator. With a sturdy 6’9″, 245-pound frame and strong vertical explosiveness, his game is built on hustle plays, second-chance scoring, and hard-nosed interior work, making him a reliable rotation piece who impacts games through effort and efficiency rather than volume usage.

Scouting Report

Drew Eubanks plays like someone who understands exactly which battles are worth picking. He isn’t trying to showcase a deep offensive package; he’s constantly looking for the next screen to free a ball handler, the next gap to dive into, or the next missed shot that can be turned into an extra possession. What stands out is how well he times his rolls. Rather than sprinting blindly to the rim, he’ll hesitate just long enough to force the help defender into an awkward decision before presenting a clean target, and that patience creates more finishing opportunities than people realize. Around the basket he relies on quick decisions and soft touch instead of power moves, but once he’s pushed away from the paint his effectiveness drops because he isn’t stretching defenses or creating with the ball in his hands. That’s the trade-off. Defensively, I’ve always thought his mobility is better than it’s given credit for. He’ll step up to contain a ball handler before retreating into drop coverage, rotates from the weak side with good timing, and contests vertically instead of chasing blocks that take him out of rebounding position. Bigger post scorers with refined footwork can move him under the rim, while quicker guards will occasionally force him into uncomfortable recoveries if he’s isolated too far from the basket, but he generally understands how to keep the play in front of him and funnel drives toward help. It’s easy to overlook how often he keeps possessions alive simply by making the correct rotation before anyone notices it needed to happen. To me, his ideal role is as the screening and interior connective piece alongside perimeter creators who can leverage the space he creates without asking him to become an offensive hub. His game shares elements of Mason Plumlee’s screen-and-roll utility with flashes of Drew Gooden’s activity around the rim, built on dependable habits more than spectacular moments.

Notes:

  • Drew Eubanks was an NBA rookie during the 2018-19 season. It wasn’t until his time with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2021-22 that he became well-known around the league. He often filled in for the injured Jusuf Nurkić throughout the regular season. Eubanks finished the 2021-22 season averaging 14.5 points in 22 games for Portland.

Sources:
Basketball Reference — Drew Eubanks Stats
NBA.com — Drew Eubanks Player Profile
Oregon State Athletics — Drew Eubanks Bio