Kenny Smith

Date of Birth: March 8, 1965

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Kenny Smith, also known as “The Jet,” is a retired professional basketball player and current television basketball analyst. Born Kenneth “Kenny” Smith on March 8, 1965, in Queens, New York, he grew up with a deep passion for basketball. Smith attended Archbishop Molloy High School, where he played under renowned coach Jack Curran. He then went on to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, playing under the legendary Dean Smith. Kenny Smith was selected by the Sacramento Kings as the sixth overall pick in the 1987 NBA Draft. Over his 10-season NBA career, he played for the Kings, Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, and Denver Nuggets. Smith is best known for his time with the Houston Rockets, where he was a key player in their back-to-back NBA Championships in 1994 and 1995. After retiring from professional play, Smith transitioned to a successful career as a basketball analyst. He joined the TNT network’s “Inside the NBA” alongside Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O’Neal, earning widespread acclaim for his insightful and entertaining commentary.

5 Interesting Facts about Kenny Smith

1. Kenny Smith won two NBA championships with the Houston Rockets in 1994 and 1995.

2. He was a standout player at the University of North Carolina, where he earned All-American honors.

3. Smith has been nominated for multiple Emmy Awards for his work on “Inside the NBA.”

4. He was known for his speed and shooting ability, earning the nickname “The Jet.”

5. Kenny Smith has also appeared in several movies and television shows, often playing himself.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kenny Smith

1. “Pressure can burst a pipe or pressure can make a diamond.”

2. “It’s not about how many years you play, it’s about what you do in those years.”

3. “I’m not afraid of hard work, and I’m not afraid to show it.”

4. “It’s always about giving back and helping the next generation.”

5. “Basketball is not just a game; it’s a way of life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Kenny Smith achieved is estimated to be $20 million.

Children

Kenny Smith has two children from his marriage to Gwendolyn Osborne-Smith: a son named Malloy Smith and a daughter named London Smith. He also has two children from previous relationships, a son named K.J. Smith and a daughter named Kayla Brianna Smith.