Last Updated on December 28, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here is detailed information about Ron Artest, also known later in his career as Metta Sandiford-Artest (formerly Metta World Peace):

  • Full Name: Ronald William Artest Jr.
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born November 13, 1979
  • Hometown: Queensbridge, New York
  • Height: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 meters)
  • Weight: 244 lbs (111 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 2 inches (2.18 meters)
  • Shoe Size: 15 (U.S.)
  • Jersey Numbers: Wore #15, #23, #37, #91, and #96 at different points in his career
  • Position: Small Forward / Shooting Guard
  • High School:
    • La Salle Academy (New York, New York)
  • College:
    • St. John’s University (1997–1999)
    • Achievements: Big East Defensive Player of the Year in 1999
  • NBA Draft
    • Draft Year: 1999
    • Draft Position: 16th overall pick by the Chicago Bulls
  • Teams Played For
    1. Chicago Bulls (1999–2002)
    2. Indiana Pacers (2002–2006)
    3. Sacramento Kings (2006–2008)
    4. Houston Rockets (2008–2009)
    5. Los Angeles Lakers (2009–2013, 2015–2017)
    6. New York Knicks (2013–2014)
    7. Sichuan Blue Whales (China, 2014–2015)
  • Championship Rings
    • NBA Championships: 1
      • Won with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2010
  • Kids: Has four children, including daughters Sadie and Diamond, and sons Jeron and Ron III
  • Siblings: Has multiple siblings, including a brother, Daniel Artest, who also played professional basketball overseas