LaMarcus Aldridge Biography

Fast Facts

• Drafted second overall in the 2006 NBA Draft by the Chicago Bulls, but was traded later that night to the Portland Trail Blazers
• Spent two seasons playing basketball for the University of Texas
• Quote: "I love this sport more than anything․ Basketball is my first love․"
• Quote: "I went through a lot of hard times to be where I am today but I'm blessed․"
• Known as an NBA power forward
• A conversation with Shaquille O'Neal inspired him to go to college instead of making himself available for the NBA draft directly after high school
• His favorite football team is the Dallas Cowboys
• Was part of American Express's PIVOT campaign, which gave basketball fans insight into participating players' signature moves
• Finalist for the 2016 U․S․ Olympic men's baketball team