Markelle Fultz is a talented point guard for the Orlando Magic whose journey to, and within the big leagues was nothing short of extraordinary. After being drafted 1st overall in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Philadelphia 76ers, he had great expectations from him. However, a shoulder injury in the first few games flipped his debut season into a nightmare. He ended up having to sit out the majority of the season, and was forced to change his shooting form as well, which caused great troubles for the 1st overall pick and his playing style as a whole.
Growing up in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, Fultz got attached to basketball and demonstrated exceptional athletic abilities that seemingly made him a perfect fit for the sport. His dedication eventually paid off as he attended DeMatha Catholic High School where his skills got further polished making him an explosive junior athlete.
After graduating high school as a five-star recruit, Fultz joined the University of Washington where he played one season before forging his remaining eligibility and declaring for the 2017 NBA Draft. In his lone season for the Washington Huskies, Fultz averaged 23.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game on 47% shooting.
As a member of the Magic, Fultz’s game has drastically improved from his first two seasons. He has proven himself as a reliable ball-handler and playmaker while showcasing his advanced shooting and defensive skills.
Markelle Fultz possesses particular physical attributes which contribute significantly to his success on the basketball court,
Markelle Fultz Height
Standing at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters), Fultz's height allows him to play smart on the offensive end while also being active with his defense. Being a point guard, Fultz relies on his ball-handling skills along with his shooting consistency to score crucial points and helps push Magic’s competitive nature. Despite other fresh faces on the roster, Fultz has been active in improving and advancing his role on the team.
Markelle Fultz Weight
Weighing around 210 pounds (94 kg), Fultz has just the right body-to-weight ratio. This allows him to be quick and crafty when pushing on the offense as he is a proficient mid-range shooter and can also finish at the rim. Fultz utilizes that same agility to guard other guards and forwards and presses them to give up possession.
Being a well-built athlete, Fultz has little problem absorbing pressure from physical contact when playing close to the rim or any other spot on the court.
Markelle Fultz Wingspan
Fultz’s wingspan measures 6 feet 10 inches in length. With his long reach and adequate build, Fultz has the potential to be an effective and efficient point generator, rebounder, and steal scorer. With a wingspan just a couple of inches short of seven feet, Fultz is skilled at guarding his man up close, giving limited room for the player to either pass and/or shoot above his head.
Fultz hardly compromises on defense but still needs improvement when defending against better-skilled ball movers.
FAQs
A. Fultz is 25 years old, as of November 2023.
A. Fultz attended the University of Washington from 2017 to 2018.
A. Fultz sports the No.20 jersey for the Orlando Magic.
A. Fultz has played 6 seasons in the NBA and is in his 7th season, 5th with the Orlando Magic.
