The Cleveland Cavaliers drafted Darius Kinnard Garland with the fifth overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Having played four seasons with the Cavs, the 2022 All-Star has established himself as one of the leaders of the franchise.
Garland is excellent at both facilitating and scoring, as he averaged a solid 21.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, 7.8 assists and 1.2 steals per game in the 2022/23 season. He and Donovan Mitchell helped the Cavs (51-31) advance to the postseason for the first time in five seasons. While they lost to the New York Knicks in the first round, Garland & Co. will be hoping for a deep playoff run in 2024.
Darius Garland Father
Winston Garland is the father of Darius Garland. He is a former basketball player who played five seasons in the NBA. He played for the Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets and the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The 1988/89 season was special for Winston Garland, as he averaged 14.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 2.2 steals per game for the Warriors.
Winston Garland was his son’s first coach and mentor. He considers his son to be a much better player than he was.
Who is Darius Garland’s Mother?
Felicia Garland is the mother of Darius Garland. As per her son, she isn’t a very big fan of sports. Darius Garland’s father and mother were present when he got drafted in the NBA and has been supportive to him ever since.
What Nationality are Darius Garland’s Parents?
Darius Garland’s parents, Winston Garland and Felicia Garland both grew up in Indiana but moved to Nashville, Tennessee for their son to have a better chance at playing basketball. They are both American nationals but African-American in ethnicity.
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FAQs
A. Darius Garland is 23 years old. Born in 2000, he celebrates his birthday on January 26.
A. Winston Garland and Felicia Garland are the parents of Darius Garland.
A. Winston Garland was a former NBA player.
A. Darius Garland plays as a point guard/shooting guard.
A. In the 2022/23 season, Darius Garland averaged 21.6 points, 2,7 rebounds, 7.8 assists, 1.2 steals per game. He shot 46.2% from the field, including 41.0% from the deep.
