Derek Strong

Quick Facts

Full Name	Derek Strong
Occupation	American basketball player
Date Of Birth	Feb 9, 1968(1968-02-09)
Age	56
Birthplace	Los Angeles
Country	United States
Birth City	California
Horoscope	Aquarius

Derek Strong Biography

Derek Strong is one of the most popular and richest American basketball player who was born on February 9, 1968 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Derek Lamar Strong (born February 9, 1968) is a retired American professional basketball player who played in ten National Basketball Association (NBA) seasons from 1991 to 2001 for six different teams. A 6’8″ forward from Xavier University, Strong was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round (47th pick overall) of the 1990 NBA draft. Strong has successfully transitioned into stock car racing.

During his tenure in the NBA, Derek was an avid NASCAR fan and remained committed to pursuing this childhood dream when his playing days ended. Strong transitioned into a professional stock car driver and owner of Strong Racing Team Derek is the first NBA player to successfully transition into stock car racing. Strong Racing is the first team in NASCAR history to have African- American female owners – Dawn Whitaker and Erika Hill. Strong Racing is a Stock Car Racing Team that competes in ASA and NASCAR Racing events. Strong Racing is managed by Stuart Lycett and is based in Los Angeles.

Derek Strong Net Worth

Derek Strong is one of the richest American basketball player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Derek Strong 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

In 1992–93, Strong was named the Continental Basketball Association (CBA) Most Valuable Player, while playing with the Quad City Thunder.

In his NBA career, Strong played in 456 games and scored a total of 3,088 points. His best year as a professional came during the 1997–98 season as a member of the Magic, appearing in 58 games and averaging 12.7 ppg.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Derek Strong height 6 ft 9 in Derna weight 220  lbs & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Derek Strong Dating?

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Facts & Trivia

Derna Ranked on the list of most popular American basketball player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Derek Strong celebrates birthday on February 9 of every year.