Net Worth & Kid [2024 Update]

James White is a former professional American basketball player and coach who is well-known for his athleticism and dunking ability.

His most famous dunk since high school has been the between-the-legs dunk with many variations.

Moreover, James is known for his ability to dunk with both hands and jump from the free-throw line.

Today we are here with y’all to inform you about the personal and professional life of the legendary basketball player James White.

So, if you want to know the road to the success of James White, read the article to the end! Before that, here are some quick facts about him.  

Quick Facts

Full Name James William White IV
Birth Date October 21, 1982
Birth Place Washington, D.C., USA
Nick Name James ‘Flight’ White
Religion Christianity
Nationality American
Ethnicity African-American
High School Hargrave Military Academy (Chatham, Virginia)
College
  • University of Florida (2001–2002)
  • University of Cincinnati (2003–2006)
Playing Career 2006 – 2020
Position Small Forward / Power Forward
Coaching Career 2021 – Present
Zodiac Libra
Chinese Zodiac Dog
Father’s Name Not Known
Mother’s Name Traci Hart
Siblings One Younger Sister
Age 41 Years Old
Height 6 feet 7 inches/2.01 m/201 cm
Weight 216 lb/98 kg
Shoe Size Not Known
Food Habits Non-Veg
NBA Draft Round: 2, Pick: 31st Overall, 2006 (Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers)
Hair Color Black
Eye Color Dark Brown 
Career Highlights and Awards
  • 2007 NBA Champion 
  • 2014 Euro Challenge Champion 
Build Athletic
Marital Status Unknown
Wife Unknown
Children Two
Jersey No. 33, 8, 4
Profession Professional Basketball Player
Net Worth $5 Million
Last Played League TBL
Social Media Instagram, Twitter
Last Update January 2024

Early Life & Family

James White was born on October 21, 1982, in Washington, D.C. The detailed information about James’ family is not known. 

He was very athletic right from his childhood and started dunking when he was in eighth grade.

Likewise, as a child, White played almost every sport, including baseball, football, and soccer. However, later James just focused on basketball and decided to pursue it as a professional career. 

The player also had a younger sister who passed away in 2019. Upon his sister’s death, the player expressed his grief on Instagram and wrote:

“My baby sister. Can’t believe I won’t see you again…. You always been the best auntie to lil James. Only thing I can take from this is your not struggling with whatever you were struggling with. Love you kid. Look over your big bro and the rest of the family. R.I.P.”

Elena Rostova

Elena Rostova

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Elena Rostova holds a Master's degree in Public Health Journalism. She covers groundbreaking medical research, holistic wellness trends, mental health awareness, and nutritional science.

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