American · Chicago, Illinois · Born 25 May 1968Versatile two-guard who averaged over 17 points per game at his peak and played 13 professional seasons across multiple franchises.
Kendall Gill's physical profile — 6-foot-5, arms long enough to guard small forwards, quick enough to stay with shooting guards — made him one of the most versatile defensive perimeter players of the early 1990s, a quality that kept him employed across 13 seasons and multiple franchises long after his scoring peak had passed.. Charlotte Hornets selected him fifth overall in the 1990 NBA Draft from the University of Illinois. His 13-season career produced 14.1 points per game and one All-Star appearance. He averaged 20.5 points per game for the Charlotte Hornets in 1993-94 — his finest individual season. He had the unusual physical profile of a shooting guard — 6ft 5in, exceptionally long arms and strong enough to guard small forwards — that made him a versatile defensive presence on every team he played for. He was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team once. His scoring ability declined from the heights of his Charlotte peak as he moved through multiple franchises in the later stages of his career. He averaged 16.8 points per game for the New Jersey Nets in 1998-99 — demonstrating continued relevance years after his peak. His 13 seasons of consistent professional basketball across multiple franchises reflect genuine staying power at a sport's highest level.
Versatile guard/forward, defensive specialist, All-Star selection
How They Played
Athletic defender, slashing guard, transition player
Lasting Impact
Solid NBA veteran known for defensive intensity and versatility
Career Honours
- All-Star 1x
- 20+ points per game seasons
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Hornets | 1990–1993 | 246 |
| New Jersey Nets | 1995–1999 | 328 |
| Seattle SuperSonics | 1993–1995 | 164 |
| Miami Heat | 1999–2001 | 164 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 2001–2004 | 246 |
American Athletes