How many blocks does Anthony Davis have in his career?

Last Modified Aug 12, 2024 12:09 GMT
Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis is a name that resonates with excellence in the NBA. AD has etched his mark both as a power forward and center, showcasing an exceptional blend of agility, skill and strength.

Davis was drafted with the first overall pick by the New Orleans Hornets (now Pelicans) in the 2012 NBA Draft. He was named on the All-Rookie First Team in his first season. Also, during his tenure of seven years with the New Orleans Pelicans, Davis did not disappoint the franchise, as he averaged around 23.7 points per game in New Orleans. He also led the team to two playoffs, where he averaged 30.5 points per game.

AD was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2019, where he teamed up with LeBron James. The superstar duo won the championship in 2020 for the Lakers. Davis is an eight-time All-Star, has four All-NBA First Team selections, and four All-Defensive team selections. He was also named to the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021.

Anthony Davis Career Blocks

As of August 2024, Anthony Davis has 1,705 blocks under his belt, a testament to his defensive mastery on the basketball court. Averaging 2.3 blocks per game over his career, Davis has repeatedly shown his innate ability to thwart opponents' scoring attempts. In fact, his career-high stands at nine blocks in a single game.

What makes Davis a formidable shot blocker? A major factor is his impressive height (6’10”) coupled with an expansive wingspan (7’5”). This towering structure helps him cover the basket's significant area, making it challenging for opponents to get good looks. Not only does he tower over many players, but his wingspan also gives him the reach to swat shots away even when he's not directly under the basket.

Total Career Rebounds

As of August 2024, Anthony Davis has secured an impressive 7,826 rebounds in his NBA career, averaging 10.6 rebounds per game. His commitment to the game shines through, especially considering his career-high 26 rebounds in one game! In 76 regular season games in the 2023/24 season, Davis averaged 24.7 points and 12.6 rebounds per game.

FAQs

A. Born on March 11, 1993, Anthony Davis is 31 years old as of 2024. 

A. Anthony Davis has an average of 3.5 assists per game in his career. 

A. As of August 2024, Anthony Davis has made 340 3-pointers in his career.

A. Anthony Davis plays as a power forward/center in the NBA.

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