Melvin Ely

Melvin Ely is a power forward and center for the NBA's New Orleans Hornets.

Melvin Ely was born in Harvey, Illinois, on May 2, 1978. He attended high school at Thornton Township in Illinois. He continued his education at California State University, Fresno. In 2002, Ely was drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers with the twelfth pick in the NBA draft.Basketball-Reference.com: Melvin Ely

In Ely's first season with the Clippers, he averaged 4.5 points and 3.3 rebounds in 52 games. In 2004, Ely was traded to the Charlotte Bobcats. He was traded again in 2007 to the San Antonio Spurs for Eric Williams and a draft pick. Ely was then signed by the New Orleans Hornets before the 2007-2008 season.NBA.com: Melvin Ely

• May 2, 1978: Born
• 2002: Drafted by Los Angeles Clippers
• 2004: Traded to Charlotte Bobcats
• 2007: Traded to San Antonio Spurs
• 2007: Signed with New Orleans Hornets

• Mahalo's Guide to the New Orleans Hornets
• NBA.com:Career Stats
  • Height: 6-10
  • Weight: 261
  • Rookie Year: 2002