The NBA has witnessed the presence of players with impressively large physiques throughout the rich and storied history of the league. These larger-than-life athletes have captivated fans with their towering heights, powerful builds, and remarkable physical attributes that set them apart on the basketball court.
From dominant centers who loom over opponents with their massive frames to agile forwards and guards who possess an imposing combination of size and skill, the NBA has consistently showcased these players drafted in the lottery due to their extraordinary size, skills and intelligence. From Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to Bill Walton to Hakeem Olajuwon to Patrick Ewing to Shaquille O’Neal, big men have dominated the draft lottery. Find out this here.
The Biggest Shoe Sizes in NBA History
The size of NBA players extends beyond their most visible physical dimensions, encompassing other notable aspects such as wingspan, hand size and shoe size. The wingspan, measuring the distance between their outstretched arms, further amplifies their reach and defensive capabilities. The longer the wingspan, the more that player can disrupt passing lanes, contest shots, and alter the trajectory of an opponent’s shot. Their large hand sizes allow for better grip and control, facilitating precise ball handling, and enabling them to execute intricate moves and finishes.
These are big men. And the bigger and taller they are, the bigger the shoes that need to fit their feet are. Here are 75 notable NBA players with their shoe sizes and height.
Player | Shoe Sizes | Height | In Meters |
---|---|---|---|
Shaquille O'Neal | 22 | 7'1" | 2.16 meters |
Tacko Fall | 22 | 7'6" | 2.29 meters |
Brook Lopez | 20 | 7'0" | 2.13 meters |
Robin Lopez | 20 | 7'0" | 2.13 meters |
Karl-Anthony Towns | 20 | 6'11" | 2.11 meters |
Kevin Love | 19 | 6'8" | 2.03 meters |
Andre Drummond | 19 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Yao Ming | 18 | 7'6" | 2.29 meters |
Dwight Howard | 18 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Deandre Jordan | 18 | 6'11" | 2.11 meters |
Rudy Gobert | 18 | 7'1" | 2.16 meters |
Kevin Durant | 17 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Anthony Davis | 17 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Blake Griffin | 17 | 6'9" | 2.06 meters |
Joel Embiid | 17 | 7'0" | 2.13 meters |
Donovan Mitchell | 17 | 6'1" | 1.85 meters |
Al Horford | 17 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Larry Bird | 17 | 6'9" | 2.06 meters |
Andre Iguadola | 17 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
Tim Duncan | 16 | 6'11" | 2.11 meters |
Demarcus Cousins | 16 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Nikola Jokić | 16 | 7'0" | 2.13 meters |
Vince Carter | 16 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
Tracy McGrady | 16 | 6'8" | 2.03 meters |
Kristaps Porzingis | 16 | 7'3" | 2.21 meters |
Paul Millsap | 16 | 6'7" | 2.01 meters |
Kareem Abdul-Jabaar | 16 | 7'2" | 2.18 meters |
Luka Dončić | 16 | 6'7" | 2.01 meters |
Giannis Antetokounmpo | 16 | 6'11" | 2.11 meters |
Manute Bol | 16 | 7'7" | 2.31 meters |
LeBron James | 15 | 6'9" | 2.06 meters |
Dwyane Wade | 15 | 6'4" | 1.93 meters |
Russell Westbrook | 15 | 6'3" | 1.91 meters |
Draymond Green | 15 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
Carmelo Anthony | 15 | 6'8" | 2.03 meters |
Zion Williamson | 15 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
Markelle Fultz | 15 | 6'4" | 1.93 meters |
DeMar Derozan | 15 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
Wilt Chamberlain | 15 | 7'1" | 2.16 meters |
Dirk Nowitzki | 15 | 7'0" | 2.13 meters |
Patrick Ewing | 15 | 7'0" | 2.13 meters |
Kevin Garnett | 15 | 6'11" | 2.11 meters |
Chris Bosh | 14.5 | 6'11" | 2.11 meters |
Kobe Bryant | 14 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
James Harden | 14 | 6'5" | 1.96 meters |
Jayson Tatum | 14 | 6'8" | 2.03 meters |
Andrew Wiggins | 14 | 6'7" | 2.01 meters |
Bradley Beal | 14 | 6'3" | 1.91 meters |
Kawhi Leonard | 14 | 6'7" | 2.01 meters |
Bill Russell | 14 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Ben Simmons | 14 | 6'10" | 2.08 meters |
Magic Johnson | 14 | 6'9" | 2.06 meters |
Stephen Curry | 13 | 6'3" | 1.91 meters |
Michael Jordan | 13 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
John Wall | 13 | 6'4" | 1.93 meters |
Derrick Rose | 13 | 6'2" | 1.88 meters |
Klay Thompson | 13 | 6'6" | 1.98 meters |
Kyle Lowry | 13 | 6'0" | 1.83 meters |
Jimmy Butler | 13 | 6'7" | 2.01 meters |
Rajon Rondo | 13 | 6'1" | 1.85 meters |
Jeff Teague | 13 | 6'3" | 1.91 meters |
Trae Young | 13 | 6'1" | 1.85 meters |
Chris Paul | 12.5 | 6'0" | 1.83 meters |
Kyrie Irving | 12 | 6'2" | 1.88 meters |
Isaiah Thomas | 12 | 5'9" | 1.75 meters |
Paul George | 12 | 6'8" | 2.03 meters |
Michael Conley | 12 | 6'1" | 1.85 meters |
Kemba Walker | 11.5 | 6'0" | 1.83 meters |
Tony Parker | 11 | 6'2" | 1.88 meters |
Eric Bledsoe | 11 | 6'1" | 1.85 meters |
Reggie Jackson | 11 | 6'3" | 1.91 meters |
Nate Robinson | 10.5 | 5'9" | 1.75 meters |
Earl Boykins | 9.5 | 5'5" | 1.65 meters |
It’s important to note that shoe sizes can vary depending on the manufacturer and individual foot structure, and the above sizes are based on reported information.
Topping the list of NBA players with impressively large shoe sizes is none other than the legendary Shaquille O’Neal, who wore size 22 shoes. It’s important to know that Shaq’s feet are six shoe sizes smaller than the feet of Broc Brown. Brown’s reported shoe size is 28 according to Footwear News.
Tied with Shaq is Tacko Fall, the 7’6″ (2.29 meters) center known for his towering stature also has size 22 shoes.
On the other end of the spectrum, players like Earl Boykins, Nate Robinson, and Isaiah Thomas stand out for their smaller shoe sizes. Earl Boykins, standing at 5’5″ (1.65 meters), wore size 9.5 shoes, while Nate Robinson and Isaiah Thomas, both measuring 5’9″ (1.75 meters), wore sizes 10.5 and 12, respectively. Proportionally speaking, it’s not a surprise that three of the shortest players in NBA history are on the bottom of this shoe size list.
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