The top 10 tallest players in NBA history
The top 10 tallest players in NBA history
By Edcel Panganiban February 02, 2024 07:42
1. Gheorghe Muresan
- Height: 7’7”
- Teams: Washington Bullets, New Jersey Nets
- Years Active: 1994-2000
- Gheorghe Muresan, a 7’7” Romanian player, led the NBA in field goal percentage and two-point field goal percentage in back-to-back seasons. He was named the league’s Most Improved Player in 1996 after averaging 14.5 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game for the Washington Bullets.
2. Manute Bol
- Height: 7’7”
- Teams: Washington Bullets, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat
- Years Active: 1985-1994
- Manute Bol, a Sudanese player, was known for his shot-blocking prowess. He played alongside the shortest player in NBA history, Muggsy Bogues, during the 1987–88 season for the Washington Bullets.
3. Yao Ming
- Height: 7’6”
- Teams: Houston Rockets
- Years Active: 2002-2011
- Yao Ming, a Chinese legend, was the tallest player to play in at least one All-Star Game. He was also inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame after an illustrious eight-year career in Houston.
4. Tacko Fall
- Height: 7’6”
- Teams: Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers
- Years Active: 2019-2022
- Tacko Fall, hailing from Senegal, made an impact during his career. Standing at 7’6”, he had a brief but memorable stint in the NBA.
5. Shawn Bradley
- Height: 7’6”
- Teams: Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, Dallas Mavericks
- Years Active: 1993-2005
- Born to American parents in Germany, Shawn Bradley had a successful eight-year career in the NBA. His height of 7’6” made him an imposing figure on the court.
6. Swede Halbrook
- Height: 7’3”
- Teams: Syracuse Nationals
- Years Active: 1960-1962
- Swede Halbrook, hailing from the United States, played for the Syracuse Nationals. He was a towering presence at 7’3”.
7. Keith Closs
- Height: 7’3”
- Teams: Los Angeles Clippers
- Years Active: 1997-2000
- Keith Closs, an American player, had a notable career with the Los Angeles Clippers. His height of 7’3” made him stand out on the court.
8. Bol Bol
- Height: 7’3”
- Teams: Denver Nuggets, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns
- Years Active: 2019-present
- Bol Bol, the son of joint tallest player in NBA history, Manute Bol, has been making his mark in the NBA. Standing at 7’3”, he continues to play for the Phoenix Suns.
9. Žydrūnas Ilgauskas
- Height: 7’3”
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat
- Years Active: 1996-2011
- Žydrūnas Ilgauskas, a Lithuanian player, had a successful career in the NBA. Standing at 7’3”, he made a significant impact during his time in the league.
10. Tibor Pleiß
- Height: 7’3”
- Teams: Utah Jazz
- Years Active: 2015-2016
- Tibor Pleiß, hailing from Germany, had a brief stint in the NBA with the Utah Jazz. At 7’3”, he was one of the tallest players to grace the NBA courts.
These players have left an indelible mark on the NBA, showcasing their exceptional skills and dominance on the court due to their towering heights.
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