Date of Birth: March 17, 1981
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Kyle Korver is a retired American professional basketball player, known for his exceptional three-point shooting accuracy and his long tenure in the NBA. Born on March 17, 1981, in Paramount, California, Korver grew up in a family deeply interested in basketball. He attended Creighton University, where he played college basketball and quickly established himself as one of the nation’s premier shooters. Korver was selected by the New Jersey Nets with the 51st pick of the 2003 NBA Draft but was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on draft night. Korver enjoyed a successful NBA career, playing for several teams, including the Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Milwaukee Bucks. Notably, he was named an NBA All-Star in 2015 while playing for the Hawks. Throughout his career, Korver was known for his work ethic, professionalism, and leadership both on and off the court. He retired from professional basketball in 2020 and has since been involved in various philanthropic efforts and basketball-related activities.
5 Interesting Facts about Kyle Korver
1. Kyle Korver ranks among the top five in NBA history for career three-pointers made.
2. Korver was named an NBA All-Star in 2015 while playing for the Atlanta Hawks.
3. He holds the record for the highest three-point shooting percentage in a single season, with 53.6% during the 2009-2010 season.
4. Kyle Korver comes from a family of athletes; his three brothers also played college basketball.
5. He is deeply involved in community service and founded the Kyle Korver Foundation, which aims to support underprivileged youth.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kyle Korver
1. “Shooting is a lost art in the NBA today. I take pride in being one of the guys who works hard at it.”
2. “You don’t get to where you want to be overnight. It’s a journey of small steps.”
3. “The game has changed, but the fundamentals of hard work and dedication remain the same.”
4. “I’ve been fortunate to play in the NBA for a long time, and I owe it all to the people who’ve supported me.”
5. “Basketball is more than just a game; it’s a platform to inspire and make a difference.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Kyle Korver’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $30 million.
Children
Kyle Korver and his wife, Juliet Richardson, have three children: two daughters, Kyra Elyse and Koen Korver, and a son, Knox Korver.
Relevant Links
1. [Kyle Korver’s NBA Stats](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/k/korveky01.html
2. [Kyle Korver Foundation](http://www.kylekorverfoundation.com/
3. [Kyle Korver’s Player Profile on ESPN](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/2011/kyle-korver
4. [Kyle Korver’s Biography on NBA.com](https://www.nba.com/player/2594/kyle_korver
