Last Updated on April 17, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Trevor Ariza:

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Trevor Anthony Ariza
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born on June 30, 1985
  • Hometown: Miami, Florida, USA
  • Height: 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 meters)
  • Weight: 215 pounds (98 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7 feet 2 inches (2.18 meters)
  • Shoe Size: Size 14 (US)
  • Number: 1, 3, 4, 8 (varied during his career)
  • Position: Small Forward / Shooting Guard
  • High School: Westchester High School (Los Angeles, California)
  • College: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) (2003–2004)
  • NBA Draft: 2004 (2nd round, 43rd pick overall by the New York Knicks)
  • Teams Played For:
    • New York Knicks (2004–2006)
    • Orlando Magic (2006–2007)
    • Los Angeles Lakers (2007–2009)
    • Houston Rockets (2009–2010, 2014–2018)
    • New Orleans Hornets (2010–2012)
    • Washington Wizards (2012–2014, 2018–2019)
    • Phoenix Suns (2018)
    • Sacramento Kings (2019–2020)
    • Portland Trail Blazers (2020–2021)
    • Miami Heat (2021)
    • Los Angeles Lakers (2021–2022)
  • Championship Rings: 1 (2009 with the Los Angeles Lakers)
  • Kids: 2 sons (Tajh Ariza and Tristan Ariza)
  • Siblings: 1 younger brother (Kenny Ariza, who tragically passed away in 1996)

Player Archetype / Play Style

Trevor Ariza’s player archetype was that of a classic 3-and-D wing, a long, athletic forward whose value came from guarding across the perimeter, running the floor, and spacing the court without needing the offense built around him. Defensively, he was most effective as a rangy wing stopper who could take tough assignments, switch onto multiple positions, and use his length in passing lanes, while offensively he fit as a low-dribble complementary scorer who thrived on spot-up threes, cuts, transition finishes, and straight-line attacks rather than advanced self-creation. Physically, Ariza stood out for his lean 6-foot-8 frame, long arms, mobility, and open-floor speed, and his overall play style reflected those tools: disruptive on defense, opportunistic with the ball, and most useful when playing beside higher-usage creators who let him fill gaps on both ends. (NBA)

Fun Facts

  • Trevor Ariza was known for his defensive skills, three-point shooting, and versatility, making him a valuable role player and “3-and-D” specialist.
  • He played a significant role in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2009 NBA Championship run.
  • Throughout his career, Ariza was regarded as a dependable veteran presence and a key contributor to many teams.

Sources:

NBA.com — Under-the-radar free agents could be intriguing additions for contenders
NBA.com — Get to Know: Trevor Ariza
Bleacher Report — 1 New Trade Idea for Every NBA Franchise
Bleacher Report — UCLA Basketball: The Top 50 Players in School History
Bleacher Report — Rockets vs. Warriors: Analysis and Predictions for Western Conference Finals