Rex Chapman

Quick Facts

Full Name	Rex Chapman
Occupation	Basketball Player
Date Of Birth	Oct 5, 1967(1967-10-05)
Age	57
Birthplace	Bowling Green
Country	United States
Birth City	Kentucky
Horoscope	Libra

Rex Chapman Biography

Rex Chapman is one of the most popular and richest Basketball Player who was born on October 5, 1967 in Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States. From 1988 to 2000, shooting guard for four NBA teams.

He participated in his first dunk contest during 1990-1991 season. He appeared in his first dunk contest during the 1990-1991 season, but Dominique Wilkins won. won.

Chapman was selected with the 8th overall pick in the 1988 NBA draft and became the first player ever signed by the Charlotte Hornets in the franchise’s history. Chapman was popular among basketball fans in Charlotte, as he averaged 16.9 points per game his first season there.

A high school basketball star at Apollo High in Owensboro, Kentucky, Chapman was heavily recruited by many universities. He chose, however, to stay close to home when he signed with the University of Kentucky. Chapman was a star with the Kentucky Wildcats where he was named to the All-SEC Team during his freshman and sophomore years. Chapman and Wildcat teammate and future NBA journeyman Winston Bennett helped lead Kentucky to their 37th SEC title with a 27-6 record during his sophomore year. The Wildcats were ranked as the 6th college basketball team in the nation by the Associated Press and UPI and secured the number two seed in the South region of the 1988 NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament. Kentucky’s talents led the team to the tournament’s Sweet Sixteen, where they suffered a defeat against Villanova. Chapman scored 30 in a losing effort. Chapman amassed a total of 1,073 points in only two years at Kentucky before opting to enter the NBA draft. Chapman left the University with the nickname “King Rex,” and that title remains in place today.

He was born in Bowling Green (Kentucky).

Rex Chapman Net Worth

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

After playing college basketball at the University of Kentucky he was selected eighth overall in the 1988 NBA Draft.

His last NBA stint was 1996-2000 with the Phoenix Suns where he was a fan favourite.

Rex Everett Chapman (born October 5, 1967) is a retired American professional basketball player. Chapman was a college standout at the University of Kentucky and went on to play for four National Basketball Association (NBA) teams through his 12-year career in the league. He later served as the vice president of player personnel with the Denver Nuggets.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Rex Chapman height 6 ft 4 in Rex weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Rex Chapman Dating?

According to our records, Rex Chapman is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Rex Chapman’s is not dating anyone.

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Chapman played 68 games during the 1997–1998 season for the Suns, scoring almost 16 points per game. But he would be injured again during the strike shortened 1999 season, playing 38 games. After 53 games during the 1999–2000 season, Chapman’s ankle reinjury ultimately led him to retire from the NBA.

Facts & Trivia

Rex Ranked on the list of most popular Basketball Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Rex Chapman celebrates birthday on October 5 of every year.

In 2005, Chapman claimed in an interview that interracial dating during his college and pro days was looked down upon and discouraged. He also argued that players like Allan Houston and Derek Anderson were overlooked by Kentucky sportswriters while they were in high school because they were not white.

Does Rex Chapman have a ring?

Rex Chapman didn’t win any championships in his career.

What was Rex Chapman vertical?

With his 39-inch vertical leap and flair for basketball dramatics, Chapman was an “out in the state” player (Owensboro’s Apollo High School) whose game had an urban feel.

Who coached Rex Chapman at UK?

Former University of Kentucky player Rex Chapman joins CNN’s new streaming service. MARCH 20, 1988: Kentucky head coach Eddie Sutton and guard Rex Chapman respond to UK fans after defeating Maryland, 90-81, at Riverfront Coliseum.

Where did Rex Chapman go to college?

University of Kentucky

How old is Candace Parker?

36 years (April 19, 1986)