The 7 feet 1 inches center for the Milwaukee Bucks played a significant role in taking the team to become the number one seeded team in their conference last season. After a wonderful regular season, the Milwaukee Bucks were disappointed, as they lost against the Miami Heat in a 4-2 series in the first round of playoffs. The reason was the injury of their MVP, Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Brook Lopez has played for three teams in his NBA career, starting with the New Jersey Nets, now Brooklyn Nets, then was traded to Los Angeles Lakers and finally to Milwaukee Bucks. Therefore, earning a decade of playing experience, Lopez has made a stronghold in his shooting, especially from the deep, excellent in protecting the rim, plus his post moves inside the paint are lethal.
Brook Lopez’s age?
On April 01, 1988, Brook Lopez was born to his father, Heriberto Lopez, and mother, Deborah Ledford in California, USA. The Bucks’ center is now 35 years old.
Over his 14th year of NBA career, Lopez has been a phenomenal defender, earning several accomplishments including being a member of the NBA All-Defensive team in 2020 and 2023, an NBA All-Star in 2013, and an NBA champion in 2021.
In the 2022-23 season, Lopez recorded his best stats throughout his entire NBA journey. He averaged 15.9 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and an impressive 37.5% shooting from the deep, which is considered good for a player playing at center position.
FAQs
A. Brook Lopez was selected only once for the NBA All-star Game in 2013 when he was with the Brooklyn Nets.
A. The free agent re-signs a two-year contract extension worth $48 million with the Milwaukee Bucks.
A. Brook Lopez's brother is Robin Lopez, who is also an NBA player and played for several teams including Phoenix Suns, Chicago Bulls, etc.
A. After signing a new contract with the Bucks, Brook Lopez will be earning a salary of $25 million in 2023.