Johnny Furphy Parents

Last Modified May 15, 2025 10:03 GMT
Johnny Furphy
Johnny Furphy during a Indiana Pacers vs. Denver Nuggets match

John William Furphy, known as Johnny Furphy, is an Australian professional basketball player, standing 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m) tall. He plays shooting guard for the Indiana Pacers in the NBA as of May 2025. Furphy attended the University of Kansas and played a season for the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team. He was a 2024 All-Big 12 Honorable Mention and Big 12 All-Freshman team honoree, as per his college roster.

Furphy made a professional debut in 2021 for the Hawthorn Magic. He later joined Basketball Australia's Centre of Excellence men's team in the NBL1, after moving to Canberra. Furphy was drafted as the 35th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs; however, he was later traded to the Pacers.

Who are Johnny Furphy’s parents?

Johnny Furphy Parents
Johnny Furphy with his family

Johnny Furphy's parents are Richard Furphy and Liza Alpers. Johnny Furphy has two older siblings: a brother, Joe Furphy, and a sister, Holly Furphy, as per Johnny Furphy's NBA profile. Joe Furphy signed a professional contract to play Australian Football, and Holly Furphy is a sophomore soccer player at Santa Clara, as per Johnny Furphy's college roster page.

Johnny Furphy’s Mother

Johnny Furphy Parents
Johnny Furphy's mother, Liza Alpers; and sister, Holly Furphy

Liza Alpers is the mother of Johnny Furphy. Liza Alpers is a former national-level diver, as per Johnny Furphy's college roster page.

Johnny Furphy’s Father

Johnny Furphy Parents
Johnny Furphy with his parents

Richard Furphy, Johnny Furphy's father, is a former Australian professional football player, as per Johnny Furphy's college roster page.

What nationality are Johnny Furphy’s parents?

Richard Furphy and Liza Alpers are Australian.

FAQs on Johnny Furphy

A. Johnny Furphy is 20 years old as of May 2025.

A. Johnny Furphy plays as a shooting guard for his teams.

A. Johnny Furphy was born on December 7, 2004.

A. Johnny Furphy is from Melbourne, Australia.

Related Stories

Cooper Flagg Stats Tonight: Mavericks rookie ends preseason campaign with strong showing against Lakers (Oct. 15) Cooper Flagg Stats Tonight: Mavericks rookie ends preseason campaign with strong showing against Lakers (Oct. 15)
Cooper Flagg Stats Tonight: Mavericks rookie ends preseason campaign with strong showing against Lakers (Oct. 15)
1d
"We're going to fight like hell" - Tyrese Haliburton chokes up after Pacers legend praises his Finals decision in sneak peek of Netflix Starting 5 "We're going to fight like hell" - Tyrese Haliburton chokes up after Pacers legend praises his Finals decision in sneak peek of Netflix Starting 5
"We're going to fight like hell" - Tyrese Haliburton chokes up after Pacers legend praises his Finals decision in sneak peek of Netflix Starting 5
"N**ga I'm not f**king talking about you": LeBron James admits frustration with people being sensitive over his remarks "N**ga I'm not f**king talking about you": LeBron James admits frustration with people being sensitive over his remarks
"N**ga I'm not f**king talking about you": LeBron James admits frustration with people being sensitive over his remarks
Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for Oct. 16 | 2025 NBA Preseason Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for Oct. 16 | 2025 NBA Preseason
Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts for Oct. 16 | 2025 NBA Preseason
22h
"She's really obsessed with Kayla Nicole, isn't she?": Fans react as Taylor Swift seemingly throws shade at Travis Kelce’s ex with special gesture to Teyana Taylor "She's really obsessed with Kayla Nicole, isn't she?": Fans react as Taylor Swift seemingly throws shade at Travis Kelce’s ex with special gesture to Teyana Taylor
"She's really obsessed with Kayla Nicole, isn't she?": Fans react as Taylor Swift seemingly throws shade at Travis Kelce’s ex with special gesture to Teyana Taylor
1d
Dallas Mavericks vs LA Lakers Preseason Game Starting Lineups and Depth Charts | Oct. 15, 2025 Dallas Mavericks vs LA Lakers Preseason Game Starting Lineups and Depth Charts | Oct. 15, 2025
Dallas Mavericks vs LA Lakers Preseason Game Starting Lineups and Depth Charts | Oct. 15, 2025
1d
Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans Preseason Game Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts | Oct. 14. 2025 Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans Preseason Game Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts | Oct. 14. 2025
Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans Preseason Game Predicted Starting Lineups and Depth Charts | Oct. 14. 2025
"Giannis's version of Kawhi Asipiration deal": NBA fans react as Bucks sign Giannis Antetokounmpo's brother despite 0.6 ppg average in Greek league "Giannis's version of Kawhi Asipiration deal": NBA fans react as Bucks sign Giannis Antetokounmpo's brother despite 0.6 ppg average in Greek league
"Giannis's version of Kawhi Asipiration deal": NBA fans react as Bucks sign Giannis Antetokounmpo's brother despite 0.6 ppg average in Greek league 
"Welp Cooper Flagg won't be developing" - NBA fans torn over Jason Kidd’s multiyear Mavericks extension despite Luka Doncic trade "Welp Cooper Flagg won't be developing" - NBA fans torn over Jason Kidd’s multiyear Mavericks extension despite Luka Doncic trade
"Welp Cooper Flagg won't be developing" - NBA fans torn over Jason Kidd’s multiyear Mavericks extension despite Luka Doncic trade
LeBron James gives Steph Curry glowing 2-word compliment as Warriors star schools Bryson DeChambeau in pickup game LeBron James gives Steph Curry glowing 2-word compliment as Warriors star schools Bryson DeChambeau in pickup game
LeBron James gives Steph Curry glowing 2-word compliment as Warriors star schools Bryson DeChambeau in pickup game
1d
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
down arrow icon
More
bell-icon Manage notifications