How tall is Kelly Olynyk?

Last Modified Aug 25, 2023 11:08 GMT
Kelly Olynyk
(Image courtesy of Kelly Olynyk’s Instagram page)

Kelly Olynyk’s Height

Kelly Olynyk stands 6 feet 11 inches tall. (210 centimeters), Olynyk possesses a remarkable physical presence that has aided him in excelling on the court. He is no exception to performing above expectations in some of his games but largely has remained a supporting contributor to other star players in his teams.

In the 2022-23 season, however, Kelly for the first time in his career started in all games he played in (68) as the Jazz realized how important it was for them to have a defending, scoring center on the floor at all times.

Other Physical Attributes of Kelly Olynyk

Kelly Olynyk’s Wingspan

Kelly Olynyk
(Image courtesy of Kelly Olynyk’s Instagram page)

Playing for Gonzaga, Olynyk was a dormant player who did the bare minimum in his first two years, averaging about five points, three rebounds, and nearly one steal per game. Kelly stepped up his game in his junior season to the surprise of many and averaged about 18 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.7 steals, and an impressive 1.1 blocks per game.

Scouts who examined Kelly’s draft combine performance said that his scoring abilities make him a necessary offensive threat, but doesn't provide the defensive presence a team would need in its five.

However, having a shorter wingspan has made him a reliable shooter, giving him the stability he needs when taking long-range shots. Kelly has a 56% field goal shooting percentage, 37% three-point shooting percentage, and nearly 80% free-throw shooting percentage.

Kelly Olynyk Weight

As for his weight, Olynyk maintains optimal conditioning with around 240 pounds (109 kilograms) distributed across his towering frame. This weight complements his scoring ability as Kelly is agile for a seven-footer and known for being a reliable mid-range shooter, and scorer from inside the paint.

Kelly Olynyk’s Shoe Size

When it comes to footwear, Kelly Olynyk dons size 17 shoes (US sizing). His large shoe size ensures stability while running up and down the court and provides support for his overall gameplay.

Kelly is a huge fan of the Nike brand and continues to be spotted wearing different Nike shoes and colourways from time to time.

Overall, Kelly Olynyk's exceptional physical attributes play a crucial role in elevating his performance on the basketball court. His height & and substantial wingspan, combined with appropriate weight allow him to excel offensively. As one of Canada's top basketball players currently playing in the NBA, Kelly Olynyk continues representing Canada with pride while leaving a lasting impact on global basketball culture through his unique set of skills enabled by these physical strengths.

FAQs

A. Born on April 19, 1991, Kelly is 32 years old.

A. Kelly played for three years at Gonzaga University (2009-10, 2010-11, 2012-13).

A. Kelly was born in Toronto, Ontario.

A. Kelly has played four complete seasons for the Boston Celtics.

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