Myles Turner

Myles Turner is a professional basketball player from the United States of America. He plays in the National Basketball Association for the Indiana Pacers.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Myles Christian Turner was born on March 24, 1996, in Bedford, Texas in the United States of America. He stands 211 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 113 kg. He is a right-handed player. He plays as the team’s Center.

His parents are Mary and David Turner. He began playing basketball at a young age. When he was a freshman in high school, he was 188 cm tall. Aside from basketball, he also enjoys yoga and playing with Legos.

High School and College Career

He attended Trinity High School in Euless, Texas. Later, he committed to play college basketball for the University of Texas at Austin and was there from 2014 to 2015.

In 2014, he was named a McDonald’s All-American. In 2015, he was named a Big 12 Freshman of the Year. Also in 2015, he was also named to the Third-team All-Big 12.

Professional Career

Turner turned pro in 2015 when he became a first-round draft at the 2015 NBA Draft, selected by the Indiana Pacers.

In 2016, he was named the NBA All-Rookie Second Team. Then in 2019 and 2021, he led the NBA in blocks. At the start of 2022, he was ruled out from playing because of a stress reaction on his left foot.

As of 2024, he still plays for the Pacers.

Career Highlights

• 2016 - NBA All-Rookie Second Team
• 2019, 2021 - NBA blocks leader
• 2015 - Third-team All-Big 12
• 2015 - Big 12 Freshman of the Year
• 2014 - McDonald's All-American
• 2014 - First-team Parade All-American

Medal Record, Men's basketball, Representing the United States

• Gold - 2014 FIBA Americas U18 Championship Colorado Springs