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| J.J. Redick | |
|---|---|
| Name | J.J. Redick |
| Position | Shooting guard |
| Weight lb | 200 |
| Number | 4, 17, 7 |
| Birth date | 24 June 1984 |
| Birth place | Orlando, Florida |
| College | Duke (2002–2006) |
| Draft year | 2006 |
| Draft pick | 11 |
| Draft team | Orlando Magic |
| Career start | 2006 |
| Career end | 2021 |
| Teams | * Orlando Magic (2006–2009) * Milwaukee Bucks (2009–2010) * Los Angeles Clippers (2010–2013) * Philadelphia 76ers (2013–2017) * New Orleans Pelicans (2017–2019) * Dallas Mavericks (2019–2021) |
J.J. Redick is an American former professional basketball player, podcaster, and broadcaster. He played college basketball at Duke University before a 15-season NBA career with teams including the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Clippers, and Philadelphia 76ers. After retiring, he transitioned to media work with roles at ESPN, a podcast, and appearances on national sports programming.
Born in Orlando, Florida, Redick attended Cypress Creek High School in Orlando, Florida. At Cypress Creek he was a highly recruited guard, drawing attention from programs such as Duke University, University of Florida, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of Kentucky, and Ohio State University. During his senior season he earned statewide and national honors that put him alongside contemporaries like LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Paul among top recruits of his class. He played in national high school showcases that featured future professionals from programs such as UCLA, University of Connecticut, and Villanova University.
At Duke University, Redick became one of the program's most decorated guards under coach Mike Krzyzewski. He led Duke in scoring and set records that placed him among notable ACC standouts like JJ Barea and Jason Williams (basketball), while competing against ACC rivals from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Wake Forest University, University of Maryland, College Park, and Syracuse University. Redick earned multiple honors including Atlantic Coast Conference scoring titles, All-American selections, and the Naismith College Player of the Year finalist recognition in seasons when peers included Jameer Nelson and Emeka Okafor. He graduated as Duke's all-time leader in career three-point field goals and became a prominent figure in NCAA tournament runs that involved matchups with programs such as Kansas Jayhawks and Michigan State Spartans.
Redick was selected 11th overall in the 2006 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic, joining teammates such as Dwight Howard, Penny Hardaway, and competing in the NBA against stars like Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, LeBron James, and Dirk Nowitzki. After stints with the Magic and a trade to the Milwaukee Bucks, he signed with the Los Angeles Clippers, forming a perimeter rotation alongside Chris Paul and Blake Griffin. Later moves included multi-year tenures with the Philadelphia 76ers during the Joel Embiid era, the New Orleans Pelicans alongside Anthony Davis briefly and later with Zion Williamson connections to the franchise, and concluding years with the Dallas Mavericks playing with Luka Dončić. Over his career he compiled notable shooting seasons, appeared in playoff series against teams such as the San Antonio Spurs, Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and Miami Heat, and registered career milestones that placed him among accomplished NBA shooters like Ray Allen and Reggie Miller.
Redick was widely regarded as a catch-and-shoot specialist and off-ball creator, praised for his three-point shooting, footwork, and shot mechanics that drew comparisons to elite shooters including Stephen Curry and Kyle Korver. His skill set emphasized spacing for teammates such as Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, Joel Embiid, and Luka Dončić, while his defensive limitations were often discussed relative to two-way guards like Klay Thompson and Jimmy Butler. Achievements include franchise three-point records, seasons ranking among the NBA leaders in three-point percentage, and selection to All-Star weekend events and media All-NBA discussions alongside players like Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and James Harden. His career narrative connected collegiate accolades at Duke University to professional consistency, securing his reputation among basketball analysts and historians of shooting evolution.
Following retirement, Redick joined ESPN as a host and analyst, launched the podcast "The Old Man and the Three" featuring guests such as LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Dirk Nowitzki, and Draymond Green, and appeared on television programs including The Pat McAfee Show and First Take. He has contributed to long-form journalism and sports commentary alongside personalities like Stephen A. Smith, Rachel Nichols, Adrian Wojnarowski, and Kenia Jay while discussing topics ranging from NBA strategy to player development. His media presence expanded into book and feature interviews with figures such as Michael Jordan historians and coaches including Gregg Popovich and Doc Rivers, reinforcing a bridge between contemporary broadcasting platforms and traditional sports media institutions.
Redick is married to model and fitness entrepreneur Chelsea Kilgore Redick; the couple has children and maintains residences associated with NBA cities like Orlando, Florida, Los Angeles, California, and Dallas, Texas. He has been involved with philanthropic and community initiatives that intersect with organizations such as Make-A-Wish Foundation, youth basketball programs connected to USA Basketball, and alumni activities at Duke University. Off the court, he has engaged with podcasts, speaking engagements at venues like SXSW, and collaborations with corporate partners and brands featured in outlets such as ESPN Magazine and The Athletic.
Category:American basketball players Category:Duke Blue Devils men's basketball players Category:National Basketball Association players