Who are The Tallest Players in the History of NBA?

It can be rightfully said that,

Careers in games like basketball depend upon many factors, one of which is the overall height.

NBA Basketball is a die-hard sport where we see players of all kinds. Some of them are known for their agility, while others for their commitment. However, we talk about the height; things become a bit complicated as the average NBA player is around 6 feet and seven inches tall.

These guys appear like giants when they stand next to an average person .

Have you ever wondered about the questions like who is the tallest player ever or how is it like to stand next to a 7.7” basketball player? Setting a league record of tallest player is a natural characteristic but choosing basketball as your favorite sport is a man’s own choice.

Well, stay with us as today we will talk about the tallest players in NBA history, including the best white NBA players. So, let’s get straight into it!

1)  Boban Marjanović

STATURE

7 Feet 4 inches

CAREER

2006-Present

From the looks of it, Boban gives a definite Russian vibe. However, he is mostly seen in a joyful mood on the court. His 7 feet 4 inches stature got him going in the last 10minutes in most NBA games. Before joining NBA, he majorly played the European league, in which he was regarded as one of the best players of all time.

Additionally, he won numerous regional MVPs, which gave him a solid stance in the basketball realm. His domination continued as he joined NBA, where he played straight off to 6 seasons. He has also made his cameo in the recent John Wick 3 movie.

2)  Sim Bhullar

STATURE

7 Feet 5 inches

CAREER

2015-2016

Sim Bhullar kick-started his carrier as a professional Canadian Basketball player. He was also one of the Indians who got the chance to represent himself in NBA leagues. Standing at 7 feet 5 inches, he makes other NBA players look like dwarfs. On top of that, he weighs around 360 pounds, so you better not mess with him.

Leaving Canada, Sim Bhullar opted for the USA, where he played two years straight in Mexico state leagues. After that, he declared for the 2014 NBA draft, in which, unfortunately, he was left undrafted.

However, he never lost hope and ultimately got the chance to play for Sacramento Kings in their summer league teams. Nevertheless, he eventually made his spot in the NBA, lasting for only three seasons.

3)  Pavel Podkolzin

STATURE

7 Feet 5 inches

CAREER

2006–2007

Like Sim Bhullar, Pavel Podkolzin was another basketball player who didn’t much play in the NBA. However, he is a well-known sports enthusiast because of his long stature and severe reflexes that deserve a spot on our list. Pavel got going in the Russian second division and spent playing quite some time in Italy before going for the NBA draft in 2004.

Due to his staggering 7 Feet 5 inches size, he got a pretty sweet 21 spot on the list, picked by the renowned Utah Jazz. He was later traded on to the Mavs. Speaking about his NBA career, he played around six games for Dallas and lasted up to 28 minutes and four points. He is continuing his basketball journey in many major Russian leagues.

 

4)  Chuck Nevitt

STATURE

7 Feet 5 inches

CAREER

1982–1994

He is another 7 Feet 5 inches giant who has a decent 9-year NBA career. He was a genuine player of his time; however, his minutes average looks a bit off-color for that era’s legends. In the 9-year timeline, Chuck Nevitt played around 155 games, averaging 5 minutes on the court.

Besides, off-court he was quite popular among the fans and was often seen mingling with the crowd. Before leaving the NBA, he played as a season opener for the Spurs, in which he elegantly scored 3 out of 6. Unfortunately, Chuck wasn’t able to win the Lakers’ title in 1985, but he was one of the tallest NBA players who won the championship.

5)  Shawn Bradley

STATURE

7 Feet 6 inches

CAREER

1994–2005

Standing at an astonishing height, Shawn was among one of the tallest players to ever run for NBA Hardwood, who instantly become a popular figure back in the days. Not only was his height being majestic, but so as his moves. Bradley was primarily known for shot-blocking as he once blocked around 13 shots in a tight NCCA match.

This record stands still even today, which can never be forgotten in the history of the NBA. He was initially drafted from Philadelphia but ultimately left a considerable mark in Dallas. In contrast to that, his critics accused him of swatting anything near the ring, giving him a bad reputation. Similarly, he had a nerdy look, which made him an easy target for many known players.

6)  Yao Ming

STATURE

7 Feet 6 inches

CAREER

2003–2011

There are no second thoughts that Yao is one of the best Asian-origin NBA players who was known for his tall stature. Both his parents were the tallest couple in China, and the best part is that both of them were former basketball players, giving Yao additional leverage. From the start, there was extreme pressure on Yao from his government to play this sport.

And even he didn’t like basketball at first glance; he quickly becomes incorporated with this sport. Tedious routine and serious training help him become the talent he is known for. From then, Yao was drafted as the number one candidate by Huston Rockets in the 2002 NBA. After that, he became a global legend. He retired at the age of 30, with an average of 19 points and nine rebounds per game.

Who is the current tallest  NBA players?

7)  Taco Fall

STATURE

7 Feet 6 inches

CAREER

2019–Present

The answer is straight forward: Tacko Fall with 7ft 5in height, approximately (2.26m). He is the current tallest NBA player along with two other NBA records:  standing reach of approximately 10ft 2.5in (3.11m)and 8ft 2.5in(2.5m) wingspan. Last but not least, NBA tallest height in shoes records is another feather in his hat measuring 7ft 7in(2.31m).

Taco was born in 1995 in Dakar, Senegal, who moved to the United States near the age of 15. He had a deep passion for sports, especially basketball in particular. This passion soon got leveraged as social media boomed during his time. Critics believed that he would never become a professional level basketball player, but his colossal height and exceptional skills proved them wrong.

He started playing games at the college level and then moved to the University of Central Florida, where he refurnished his expertise for three years. This was the primary reason he was efficient in defense, winning the best Defensive players in ACCA. All in all, it can be easily said that he is one of the tallest current NBA players.

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