Darrell Griffith

Quick Facts

Full Name	Darrell Griffith
Occupation	Basketball Player
Date Of Birth	Jun 16, 1958(1958-06-16)
Age	66
Birthplace	Louisville
Country	United States
Birth City	Kentucky
Horoscope	Gemini

Darrell Griffith Biography

Darrell Griffith is one of the most popular and richest Basketball Player who was born on June 16, 1958 in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. Guard who played for 10 years in the Utah Jazz and earned the nickname “Mr. Dunkenstein.”

He was in the latter part of his professional career Utah along with Hall of Famer He played the tail end of his career in Utah with Hall of Famer Karl Malone..

Utah selected Griffith with the second overall pick in the 1980 NBA draft. The Jazz had recently moved to Salt Lake City from New Orleans, and the team needed a star to replace legendary shooting guard Pete Maravich. Griffith accepted the challenge, averaging 20.6 points per game in his first season and earning the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award.

He didn’t disappoint, delivering the school’s first-ever NCAA men’s basketball championship in 1980. He scored 23 points in the Cardinals’ 59-54 victory over UCLA in the championship game. Due to his strong performance, he was named Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four. Griffith totaled 825 points in his senior season, setting a school record. For his efforts, he was named First Team All-American by the Associated Press and was given the Wooden Award as the best college basketball player in the nation. He left college as Louisville’s all-time leading scorer with 2,333 points in his career. His jersey number, 35, was retired during ceremonies after the 1980 season.

The couple have been photographed together at the Fifth Annual Grand Gala in Darrell’s home state of Kentucky.

Darrell Griffith Net Worth

Darrell Griffith is one of the richest Basketball Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Darrell Griffith 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He played for Lousiville and was named the Most Outstanding athlete during the Final Four after leading the team to victory over UCLA in the final game.

He scored an average of 20.6 point per game during his rookie season. He won the NBA Rookie of the Year Award.

Darrell Steven Griffith (born June 16, 1958), also known by his nickname Dr. Dunkenstein, is an American former basketball player who spent his entire professional career with the Utah Jazz of the National Basketball Association. He played collegiately at the University of Louisville. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest college basketball players of all time.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Darrell Griffith height 6 ft 4 in Darrell weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Darrell Griffith Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Darrell Ranked on the list of most popular Basketball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Darrell Griffith celebrates birthday on June 16 of every year.

What is Darrell Griffith doing now?

Griffith is now a special assistant to the President of the University of Louisville.

What was Darrell Griffith vertical?

Darrell Griffith – 48 inches.

Is Darrell Griffith a Hall of Famer?

Darrell Griffith added to a long list of accolades Tuesday when the Louisville native and former U of L basketball player was named to the 2014 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame class.

How old is Darrell Griffith?

63 years (June 16, 1958)

How tall is Darrell Griffith?

6′ 4″