Myles Turner is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Indiana Pacers. He was selected by the Pacers with the 11th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft.
Myles Turner made an immediate impact for the Pacers in his rookie season, averaging 10.3 points and 5.5 rebounds. He was named on the NBA All-Rookie Second Team after a promising first season.
As one of the best defensive centers in the NBA, Turner has led the league in blocks twice so far in his career (in the 2018/19 season and the 2020/21 season). He has also worked on his offensive game, becoming a respectable 3-point shooter for a big man.
The 2022-23 season saw Turner compete in 62 games for the Pacers prior to the All-Star break, averaging 18 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 2.3 blocks per game. He scored a career-high 40 points in February 2023, knocking down eight 3-pointers, while also grabbing 10 rebounds.
As the Pacers look to return to playoff contention, Turner remains a franchise cornerstone. He is in his ninth NBA season and eager to help lead the team back to success.
Myles Turner 3-point Percentage
As of December 2023, Myles Turner is shooting a respectable 35.2% from deep in his career. His ability to stretch the floor creates several good looks for his teammates.
So far in 77 games in the 2023/24 regular season, Turner has already made 1.5 3-point field goals per game on 4.2 attempts. His length makes it very difficult for defenders to contest Turner’s shots.
How many 3s does Myles Turner average per game?
Myles Turner averages 1.1 three per game in his 9-season NBA career. Whereas in the 2023-24 NBA Playoffs, Turner has drained 2.5 threes per game in 13 games played so far. Also in the Conference semifinal game against New York Knicks, Turner reached the mark of 600 threes in his career.
FAQs
A. Born on March 24, 1996, Myles Turner is 27 years old as of November 2023.
A. According to various online sources, the net worth of Myles Turner is estimated at around $25 million as of 2023.
A. Myles Turner went to Trinity High School.
A. Myles Turner was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in 2015 and is in his ninth season with the franchise.
A. Myles Turner has blocked 1,268 shots to the basket in his career.
