Malik Benjamin "Shake" Milton is a professional basketball player, and as of October 2024, he plays for the Brooklyn Nets in the 2024 NBA season. He was selected by the Dallas Mavericks as the 54th overall pick in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft, but his rights were traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. Milton signed a two-way contract with the 76ers and also played for the Delaware Blue Coats in the NBA G League that same year. Over the course of his career, Milton has also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Detroit Pistons, and the New York Knicks.
Milton is a veteran player with six years of NBA experience. He attended Southern Methodist University and played for the SMU Mustangs men's basketball team. In his freshman year, he earned a spot on the AAC All-Rookie Team and was also a member of the 2016 U.S. Select Team for the Goodwill Tour in Croatia.
Shake Milton's Nationality
Shake Milton holds American nationality. He attended Owasso High School in Owasso, Oklahoma, where he was honored as the Gatorade Player of the Year for the 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons. During his senior year, he was named the Oklahoma Super 5 Player of the Year, the Tulsa World Player of the Year, and the Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State selection.
Shake Milton's Birthplace
Shake Milton was born on September 26, 1996, in Owasso, Oklahoma, United States.
Shake Milton's Hometown
According to his college profile, Shake Milton's hometown is Owasso. He was born to parents Lisa and Myron Milton. His father, Myron Milton, passed away at the age of 43 when Shake Milton was a freshman in high school. He has a younger sister named Terryn Milton.
FAQs on Shake Milton
A. As of October 2024, Shake Milton is 28 years old.
A. Shake Milton's other nickname is Sniper Shake.
A. Shake Milton weighs 205 lbs (93 kg).
A. Shake Milton's jersey number is 7 in Brooklyn Nets.
