Raef LaFrentz

Raef LaFrentz is a forward for the Portland Trail Blazers. He was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the 1998 NBA Draft. He was the third pick overall.

Fast Facts

1. Born: May 29, 1976
2. Birthplace: Hampton , Iowa
3. Full name: Raef Andrew LaFrentz
4. Height: 6'11"
5. Weight: 240 lbs
6. Position: Forward
7. College: University of Kansas
8. Has a bachelor's degree in history
9. High School: MFL Marmac High School of Monona, Iowa

NBA Career

During his NBA career, LaFrentz played in 563 games and started 438. He averaged 10.1 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.5 steals, 1.6 blocks and 25.8 minutes per game. During the last season he averaged 1.7 points, 1.7 rebounds, 0.2 assists, 0.3 steals, 0.4 blocks and 7.5 minutes per game.¹

Personal Life

LaFrentz's parents are Ellen and Ron LaFrentz. R. LaFrentz has a sister, Ann Kielkopf, who played college basketball. His father was his assistant coach in high school and played basketball at the University of Northern Iowa. R. LaFrentz has a greyhound named Sydney and a labrador named Codey.²

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