Anthony Black is an imposing name in the world of sports. Born on January 20th 2004, Anthony is an American basketball player for Arkansas Razorbacks. With his incredible physique, Anthony Black is turning heads and breaking records. Towering height, innate athleticism, and a larger wingspan allow him to be an exceptional player in defence and offence.
Anthony Black was born to Terry Black (father) and Jennifer Black (Mother) in 2004. His father, Terry, used to play high-school basketball, and his mother played soccer at University. So, Anthony Black has had the blood of sports since his birth. He has two siblings, a brother, who is 12 and plays basketball, and his sister runs track.
Anthony joined Coppell High School in Duncanville, Texas. In his junior year, he averaged 16.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2 steals per game. And for his senior year, Anthony moved to Duncanville High School. But unfortunately, due to his eligibility, he could only play 15 games in the season, averaging 13.5 points, 4.0 assists, and 2.2 steals per game.
What is Anthony Black's Wingspan?
The 6 feet 7 inches tall Anthony Black has an impressive 6 feet 10 inches wingspan. The 6 feet 7-inch point guard is an advantage to the team and the player. Whereas the larger wingspan than the height is more advantageous to Black when he plays as a point guard in basketball.
The long wingspan will assist the point guard in stealing and deflecting on defense. His long arms can easily disrupt the lanes and block the passes.
A player with 6 feet 10 inches wingspan can easily block the shots more effectively than the shorter defense player. So, Anthony can be particularly used in such situations and shift the game's momentum in his team’s favour.
The long wingspan will also assist Anthony in passing the ball through the small gaps and over the defense easily. Long arms can pass the ball over the other players, which most of the players may not be able to do so.
In the situation of rebounds, players like Anthony can easily reach over the opponents to grab the rebound, which most of short-height players can not do.
Education
Anthony Black's educational journey is closely tied to his basketball career. He is known for balancing sports and academics exceptionally well. As already mentioned, he joined Coppell High School in Texas. His brilliance wasn't just limited to the basketball court; he also achieved high academic honours.
FAQs
A. Anthony Black stands at an impressive 6 feet 7 inches tall.
A. Anthony Black is a point guard, but his height can help him play in defense too.
A. The weight of Anthony Black is 90kg (109lb).
A. Born on January 20th 2004, Anthony is 19 years old.
A. As of our last update, Black plans to declare for the NBA draft. His extraordinary wingspan, coupled with his skill set, makes him a promising prospect for numerous teams.
