Okay, so, today I wanted to dive into something that’s been bugging me for a while – Fred VanVleet’s wingspan. I mean, I’ve been watching him play for the Houston Rockets, and the guy’s a beast on the court, right? But every time I see him, I can’t help but wonder about his wingspan.
So, first things first, I gotta start collecting some info. I jumped online and started googling stuff like “Fred VanVleet wingspan” and “Fred VanVleet height”. It’s a rabbit hole, man. You start with one simple question, and next thing you know, you’re reading about his shoe size and favorite pizza topping, so I had to control myself not to get too distracted.
Anyway, I found out that the dude’s 6 feet tall, which isn’t super tall for an NBA player, to be honest. But here’s the kicker – his wingspan is only 6 feet 2 inches. That’s, like, barely more than his height! I compared this number to other players and I realized most NBA players have way longer wingspans.
- I mean, we’re talking about a guy who’s going up against giants on the court.
- Most players have arms that stretch out like crazy, making it easier to steal the ball, block shots, and grab rebounds.
- But not Fred, apparently.
And yet, he’s out there killing it. I watched a ton of game highlights, trying to see how he makes up for it. I noticed he’s always hustling, chasing loose balls like a madman. They say he’s got a “massive chip on his shoulder,” and I totally see it. He’s like a little bulldog out there, making up for what he lacks in size with pure grit and determination. I also find that he is always chasing stray passes and loose balls. Super active player on both sides of the court.
I also dug into his stats. This guy was undrafted, can you believe it? And now he’s a full-time starter, dropped a season-high against the Thunder, and was only one vote away from making the all-NBA defensive team last season. It’s insane! I also found out that he is a premier defender and one of the better PNR defenders in the game.
My Conclusion
So, yeah, Fred VanVleet’s wingspan might be on the shorter side, but it doesn’t hold him back. He’s proof that heart and hustle can take you a long way, even in a game dominated by physical attributes. It just goes to show, you don’t need to be the biggest or the strongest to make a big impact. And you know what? That’s pretty inspiring, not just for basketball, but for life in general.
That’s it for my little investigation. Hope you found it as interesting as I did!
