A new NBA season is here, and one rookie is taking things to new heights.
Victor Wembanyama arrived in San Antonio as one of the most coveted draft prospects of all time. At 7-foot-4, the French phenom brings unprecedented skill for someone his size.
When Wembanyama makes his NBA debut against the Dallas Mavericks, he will immediately share one distinction: tallest active player. However, unless he hits a growth spurt, he will not land the title of tallest player in league history.
Let’s look around the NBA for the tallest current and all-time players.
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Who is the tallest player in the NBA right now?
Wembanyama is one of two 7-foot-4 players in the NBA.
He and Houston Rockets Boban Marjanovic are tied as the tallest players in the league right now.
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Learn about French big man Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs first pick in the NBA Draft.
Who is the tallest player in NBA history?
Gheorghe Muresan and Manute Bol are the tallest people to ever play in the NBA at 7-foot-7.
Tacko Fall, Yao Ming, Slavko Vranes and Shawn Bradley are just a smidge shorter at 7-foot-6. Chuck Nevitt, Pavel Podkolzin and Sim Bhullar are next in line at 7-foot-5.
At 7-foot-4, Wembanyama and Marjanovic are tied with Ralph Sampson, Mark Eaton, Rik Smits and Priest Lauderdale as the 10th-tallest players in NBA history.
Tallest player on each NBA team
Here are the tallest players on each team according to their listed heights on NBA.com.
- Atlanta Hawks: Clint Capela, Onyeka Okongwu and Mouhamed Gueye – 6-foot-10
- Boston Celtics: Kristaps Porzingis – 7-foot-2 (two more 7-footers)
- Brooklyn Nets: Nic Claxton – 6-foot-11
- Charlotte Hornets: Nick Richards and Mark Williams – 7-foot-0
- Chicago Bulls: Andre Drummond – 6-foot-11
- Cleveland Cavaliers: Evan Mobley – 6-foot-11
- Dallas Mavericks: Dereck Lively II – 7-foot-1
- Denver Nuggets: Jay Huff – 7-foot-1
- Detroit Pistons: James Wiseman – 6-foot-11
- Golden State Warriors: Dario Saric – 6-foot-10
- Houston Rockets: Boban Marjanovic – 7-foot-4
- Indiana Pacers: Myles Turner – 6-foot-11
- Los Angeles Clippers: Ivica Zubac – 7-foot-0
- Los Angeles Lakers: Jaxson Hayes – 7-foot-0
- Memphis Grizzlies: Santi Aldama – 7-foot-0
- Miami Heat: Thomas Bryant, Nikova Jovic and Orlando Robinson – 6-foot-10
- Milwaukee Bucks: Brook Lopez and Robin Lopez – 7-foot-1
- Minnesota Timberwolves: Rudy Gobert – 7-foot-1
- New Orleans Pelicans: Jonas Valanciunas and Cody Zeller – 6-foot-11
- New York Knicks: Mitchell Robinson and Isaiah Hartenstein – 7-foot-0
- Oklahoma City Thunder: Chet Holmgren – 7-foot-1
- Orlando Magic: Moe Wagner – 6-foot-11
- Philadelphia 76ers: Joel Embiid and Mo Bamba – 7-foot-0
- Phoenix Suns: Bol Bol – 7-foot-3
- Portland Trail Blazers: Moses Brown – 7-foot-2
- Sacramento Kings: Alex Len and JaVale McGee – 7-foot-0
- San Antonio Spurs: Victor Wembanyama – 7-foot-4
- Toronto Raptors: Jakob Poeltl and Christian Koloko – 7-foot-0
- Utah Jazz: Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler – 7-foot-0
- Washington Wizards: Daniel Gafford, Danilo Gallinari and Mike Muscala – 6-foot-10
As an avid enthusiast of basketball and the NBA, my depth of knowledge extends far beyond casual fanhood. I've closely followed the game, delving into player statistics, historical records, and the dynamics of each team. Allow me to demonstrate my expertise by providing comprehensive insights into the concepts and players mentioned in the article about the NBA's tallest players.
Victor Wembanyama's Arrival: Victor Wembanyama is making waves in the NBA as one of the most sought-after draft prospects, arriving in San Antonio with unprecedented skills for a player of his towering height at 7-foot-4. This French phenom is set to make his debut against the Dallas Mavericks, immediately claiming the title of the tallest active player in the league.
Current Tallest Players: Wembanyama shares the distinction of being the tallest active player with Boban Marjanovic of the Houston Rockets. Both stand at an impressive 7-foot-4, making them the tallest players in the league at the moment.
Tallest Players in NBA History: Delving into history, the article highlights that Gheorghe Muresan and Manute Bol hold the record as the tallest players to ever grace the NBA, towering at 7-foot-7. Following closely are players like Tacko Fall, Yao Ming, Slavko Vranes, and Shawn Bradley, all at 7-foot-6. Wembanyama and Marjanovic, at 7-foot-4, find themselves in the company of Ralph Sampson, Mark Eaton, Rik Smits, and Priest Lauderdale as the 10th-tallest players in NBA history.
Tallest Players on Each NBA Team: The article provides a detailed list of the tallest players on each NBA team, showcasing their heights according to NBA.com listings. Notable mentions include:
- Atlanta Hawks: Clint Capela, Onyeka Okongwu, and Mouhamed Gueye at 6-foot-10.
- Boston Celtics: Kristaps Porzingis at 7-foot-2, with two more 7-footers.
- Brooklyn Nets: Nic Claxton at 6-foot-11.
- Los Angeles Lakers: Jaxson Hayes at 7-foot-0.
- San Antonio Spurs: Victor Wembanyama at 7-foot-4.
This comprehensive breakdown provides a glimpse into the towering figures that dominate the NBA landscape, both in the present and throughout its rich history.
