Who is the Tallest Person to Play in the NBA?

We all know that NBA players are some of the tallest people around. But just how tall are they? In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the tallest players in NBA history and see just how big they are!

NBA Players

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the preeminent men’s professional basketball league in the world. It is composed of 30 teams (29 in the United States and 1 in Canada) and is one of the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. The tallest player to have ever played in the NBA was Manute Bol, who was 7 feet 7 inches tall.

Current tallest NBA players

Currently, the tallest NBA player is Tacko Fall of the Boston Celtics, who measures in at an impressive 7 feet, 5 inches tall. He is closely followed by fellow Boston Celtic player and countryman, Vincent Poirier, who is also 7 feet, 5 inches tall.

Other notable tall players in the NBA include Philadelphia 76ers player Boban Marjanovic (7 feet, 3 inches), Houston Rockets player Clint Capela (6 feet, 10 inches), and Utah Jazz player Rudy Gobert (7 feet, 1 inch).

Tallest NBA players of all time

At 7’7”, Manute Bol is the tallest player in NBA history. He played for eight different teams during his ten-year career and was a two-time NBA shot blocking champion. He is originally from Sudan and is one of only two players born outside the United States to be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

The second tallest player in NBA history is Yao Ming, who is originally from China. Yao played for the Houston Rockets for nine seasons before retiring due to injuries in 2011. During his time with the Rockets, Yao was a five-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA team four times.

The third tallest player in NBA history is Shawn Bradley, who is 7’6” tall. Bradley had a long career spanning thirteen seasons with several different teams. He was Rookie of the Year in 1994 and led the league in blocks per game three times.

Rounding out the top five are Rik Smits (7’4”) and Pavel Podkolzin (7’4”). Smits played for the Indiana Pacers for his entire twelve-season career and was an All-Star in 1998. Podkolzin was born in Ukraine and played parts of two seasons with the Utah Jazz before returning to Europe to finish his career.

Height

According to Guinness World Records, the tallest person to ever play in the NBA was Manute Bol, who was 7 feet, 7 inches tall. Bol played in the NBA from 1985 to 1995 and is originally from Sudan. There have been othertall players in the NBA, but none taller than Bol.

How height is measured

Height is one of the most visible human characteristics. It is often used to indicate biological development, especially during childhood and adolescence. Height is also a factor in many sports, including basketball, wrestling, and track and field.

There are two common ways to measure height:
-Standing height, or stature, is measured with a person’s feet flat on the ground and their head in a normal position (i.e., not tilted forward or backward).
-Sitting height, or recumbent length, is measured with a person’s legs fully extended and their head resting against a wall.

The average height of an adult male in the United States is about 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm). The average height of an adult female is about 5 feet 4 inches (162 cm).

How height affects play

The average height of an NBA player is just under 6 feet 7 inches tall. But that doesn’t mean that all players are that tall. In fact, there are a number of players who are well below that average. So how does height affect play?

It is widely believed that taller players have an advantage in the sport because they can reach higher to catch a ball or shoot over shorter defenders. And while this may be true to some extent, there are also a number of shorter players who have made a name for themselves in the NBA.

One reason why taller players may have an advantage is because they tend to be more muscular and have longer arms. This gives them a wider reach, which can be helpful when trying to block shots or steal the ball. Taller players also tend to be more agile and can run faster than shorter players.

While height may give some players an advantage, it’s important to remember that basketball is a team sport. So even if a player is taller than his or her opponents, there’s no guarantee that they’ll win the game.

Playing Style

The tallest person to play in the NBA was Manute Bol, who was 7 feet 7 inches tall. He played for the Washington Bullets from 1985 to 1988. He was known for being a good shot-blocker and rebounder.

What style of play is best for tall players?

There is no definitive answer to this question, as each player is unique and somestyles of play may suit some tall players better than others. However, it is generally agreed that tall players often excel in styles of play that involve bunting and shooting over shorter opponents. Additionally, taller players often have an advantage in post play, due to their longer arms and greater height. Ultimately, the best style of play for a tall player depends on their individual strengths and weaknesses.

History

At 7’7″, Chuck Nevitt holds the record for being the tallest person to have ever played in the NBA. He was born on February 22, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois and played for a total of eight different teams during his NBA career. Although he didn’t have much success on the court, his height definitely made him stand out.

tallest players in NBA history

At 7’7”, Manute Bol is the tallest player in NBA history. He played for five different teams during his ten-year career and is best remembered for his time with the Washington Bullets, with whom he won a championship in 1988.

Aminu Stevens, who played for the Bullets from 1986 to 1988, is the second tallest player in NBA history. He was also a member of the 1988 championship team.

Rounding out the top three is Gheorghe Muresan, who played for the Bullets/Wizards from 1993 to 2000. At 7’6”, he was the tallest player in the league for much of his career and was named to the 1996 All-Star team.

tallest players by position

centers
guards
forwards
7’6″ Shaquille O’Neal Los Angeles Lakers
7’5″ Yao Ming Houston Rockets
7’4″ Wilt Chamberlain Philadelphia 76ers
6’11” Hakeem Olajuwon Houston Rockets

7’3″ Manute Bol Golden State Warriors
6’11” Dikembe Mutombo Denver Nuggets

6’10” George Mikan Minneapolis Lakers
6’9″ Wilt Chamberlain* Philadelphia 76ers

6’8″ Elvin Hayes* Houston Rockets

Forwards are players who line up between the guard and center positions. They typically have the ability to score from anywhere on the court. Many of the league’s tallest players have been forwards, including some of the most dominant players in NBA history.