Last Updated on September 13, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake
Here is the detailed profile of Tony Battie:
- Full Name: Demetrius Antonio Battie
- Nationality: American
- Age: Born on February 11, 1976
- Hometown: Dallas, Texas, USA
- Height: 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 meters)
- Weight: 240 pounds (109 kg)
- Wingspan: 7 feet 3 inches (2.21 meters)
- Shoe Size: Men’s US size 16
- Number: 4, 5, 6, 8, 9 (depending on the team)
- Position: Power forward / Center
- High School: South Oak Cliff High School (Dallas, Texas)
- College: Texas Tech University (1994–1997)
- NBA Draft: 1997, 1st round, 5th overall pick by the Denver Nuggets
- Teams Played For:
- Denver Nuggets (1997–1998)
- Boston Celtics (1998–2003)
- Cleveland Cavaliers (2003–2004)
- Orlando Magic (2004–2009)
- New Jersey Nets (2009–2010)
- Philadelphia 76ers (2010–2012)
- Championship Rings: None
- Kids: Information about his children is not widely publicized
- Siblings: He has a brother, Derrick Battie
Tony Battie was known for his shot-blocking, rebounding, and defensive presence throughout his NBA career. After being selected as the 5th overall pick in the 1997 NBA Draft, he had a solid 14-year career as a role player, particularly as a rim protector and defensive anchor. Battie was a reliable veteran who contributed to several playoff-bound teams, most notably with the Orlando Magic. He transitioned to mentoring younger players later in his career.