Tyson Chandler American Basketball Player From Hanford
Tyson Chandler · basketball player · American
Biography
Born on 2 October 1982 in Hanford, Tyson Chandler is an American basketball player. Tyson Chandler has lined up for Dallas Mavericks (2014–) and New York Knicks (2011–2014).
Early life
He attended Manuel Dominguez High School.
Career
The records list him as a center. The first club on record is Dallas Mavericks (2010). He has played for 7 teams on record, including Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks and Charlotte Hornets. 3 years at New York Knicks make up the longest period in his listed career. The list ends with Dallas Mavericks, which he joined in 2014. At Dallas Mavericks (2014–), his team-mates on record include Yuki Togashi, Luka Dončić and Dirk Nowitzki. New York Knicks team-mates from the same years include Amar'e Stoudemire, Pablo Prigioni and Baron Davis.
Recognition
He won a NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award in 2012. Tyson Chandler also has received the NBA All-Defensive Team (2013).
Teams
7 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2010–2011 | Dallas Mavericks | Center |
| 2011–2014 | New York Knicks | Center |
| 2014– | Dallas Mavericks | Center |
| Charlotte Hornets | Center | |
| Chicago Bulls | Center | |
| New Orleans Pelicans | Center | |
| Phoenix Suns | Center |
Awards and nominations
2 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NBA All-Defensive Team | Won | |
| 2012 | NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award | Won |
Personal life
He studied at Manuel Dominguez High School.
Tyson Chandler on Social Media
Tyson Chandler Photos
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Photo: Keith Allison · CC BY-SA 2.0
Frequently asked questions
How old is Tyson Chandler?
Tyson Chandler is 44 years old, born on 2 October 1982 in Hanford.
What is Tyson Chandler known for?
Tyson Chandler is a center who has played for Dallas Mavericks and New York Knicks.
How tall is Tyson Chandler?
Tyson Chandler is 218 cm (7 ft 2 in) tall.
What is Tyson Chandler’s nationality?
Tyson Chandler is American, born in Hanford.
Has Tyson Chandler won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including NBA All-Defensive Team (2013).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q297146), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Tyson_Chandler_Mavs.jpg: Keith Allison from Owings Mills, USA derivative work: Edgars2007 (talk) · CC BY-SA 2.0
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