Last Updated on January 9, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s the detailed information on Shawn Bradley:

  • Full Name: Shawn Paul Bradley
  • Nationality: Dual citizenship: American and German
  • Age: Born on March 22, 1972
  • Hometown: Landstuhl, West Germany (now Germany) (Born there while his father was stationed overseas with the U.S. military)
  • Height: 7 feet 6 inches (229 cm)
  • Weight: 275 lbs (125 kg) during his playing career
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 5 inches (226 cm)
  • Shoe Size: 20 (US)
  • Number: 76, 45, 44 (varied during his career)
  • Position: Center
  • High School: Emery High School in Castle Dale, Utah
  • College: Brigham Young University (BYU)
  • NBA Draft: 1993 NBA Draft, 1st round, 2nd overall pick by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Teams Played For:
    • Philadelphia 76ers (1993–1995)
    • New Jersey Nets (1995–1997)
    • Dallas Mavericks (1997–2005)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Kids: Shawn Bradley has six children.
  • Siblings: Information about siblings is not widely publicized.

Shawn Bradley was known for his towering height, shot-blocking ability, and defensive presence. While he was never a dominant offensive player, his shot-blocking prowess placed him among the NBA leaders for much of his career. After retiring, Bradley became involved in philanthropy, coaching, and his family’s cattle ranching business.

In 2021, he suffered a tragic accident while riding his bicycle, which left him paralyzed. Despite the challenges, Bradley has remained resilient and continues to be an inspiration through his advocacy for spinal cord injury awareness.