Joel Anthony facts for kids
Anthony with the Miami Heat in 2010
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| Born | August 9, 1982 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
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| Listed height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Listed weight | 245 lb (111 kg) |
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| NBA Draft | 2007 / Undrafted |
| Pro career | 2007–2020 |
| League | CEBL |
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| 2007–2014 | Miami Heat |
| 2008 | →Iowa Energy |
| 2014 | Boston Celtics |
| 2014–2016 | Detroit Pistons |
| 2017 | San Antonio Spurs |
| 2018–2020 | San Lorenzo |
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| Career NBA statistics | |
| Points | 1,064 (2.2 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 1,353 (2.8 rpg) |
| Blocks | 531 (1.1 bpg) |
Joel Vincent Anthony, born on August 9, 1982, is a Canadian former professional basketball player. He played for famous teams like the Miami Heat, Boston Celtics, Detroit Pistons, and San Antonio Spurs in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Joel Anthony won two NBA championships with the Miami Heat in 2012 and 2013. Today, he is a Co-Owner and General Manager for the Montreal Alliance team in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL). He also used to be a player consultant for the Hamilton Honey Badgers. Joel Anthony was also a member of the Canadian national basketball team.
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Joel Anthony's College Basketball Journey
Joel Anthony went to several schools in Montreal, Canada, including Selwyn House School and Dawson College. After that, he was invited to play basketball at Pensacola State College in Florida, USA. After two years, he moved to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).
Standing Out at UNLV
At UNLV, Joel became known for his strong defense. In his junior year (2004–05), he was the team leader in blocked shots. He took a year off from playing, which is called "redshirting" in college sports. When he returned for his senior year (2006–07), he helped his team, the Runnin' Rebels, have a great season with 30 wins and only 7 losses.
Defensive Player of the Year
Because of his amazing defensive skills, Joel was named the Mountain West Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2007. He was one of the best players in the entire NCAA Division I for blocking shots. One memorable game in his senior year was when he blocked 13 shots and grabbed 11 rebounds against Texas Christian on February 7, 2007. This was a "double-double," meaning he reached double digits in two different stats.
Joel Anthony's NBA Career
Joel Anthony began his professional basketball journey in the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Playing for the Miami Heat
Joel joined the Miami Heat in July 2007. In his first season, he played in 24 games. The next year, he played in his first NBA playoff games. In July 2009, the Heat signed him again.
The "Big Three" Era
In 2010, the Miami Heat signed superstar players LeBron James and Chris Bosh. With these new additions, the team was often called the "Big Three". Joel Anthony also signed a new five-year contract with the Heat. On January 9, 2011, Joel played a game where he didn't record any points, rebounds, assists, steals, or blocks, which was an unusual event in the NBA.
Reaching the NBA Finals
The Heat had a strong season in 2010–11, making it to the 2011 NBA Finals. However, they lost to the Dallas Mavericks. Joel played an important role in the team's defense during this time.
Two NBA Championships
The next season, in 2012, Joel Anthony and the Miami Heat won their first NBA championship! They defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder. Joel then won his second NBA championship on June 20, 2013. The Heat won a very exciting seven-game series against the San Antonio Spurs.
Moving to the Boston Celtics
On January 15, 2014, Joel Anthony was part of a trade involving three teams: the Miami Heat, the Boston Celtics, and the Golden State Warriors. Joel moved to the Boston Celtics as part of this trade.
Time with the Detroit Pistons
In October 2014, Joel was traded again, this time to the Detroit Pistons. He played for the Pistons for two seasons. In 2016, there was a trade that would have sent him to the Philadelphia 76ers. However, the trade was later canceled, and Joel returned to the Pistons before being released in July 2016.
Joining the San Antonio Spurs
Joel Anthony spent some time with the San Antonio Spurs during the preseason in 2016. He later signed a contract with them in January 2017 and played in 19 games that season.
Brief Stint with the Milwaukee Bucks
In September 2017, Joel signed with the Milwaukee Bucks. However, he was released from the team before the regular season began.
Playing in Argentina
In 2018, Joel Anthony moved to Argentina to play for San Lorenzo in the Liga Nacional de Básquetbol. He played for them until 2020 and helped them win championships.
Representing Canada in Basketball
Joel Anthony also proudly played for the Canadian national basketball team.
Early International Experience
In the summer of 2006, Joel was chosen to join the senior national team. He traveled with the team to Europe, visiting countries like Italy, Germany, and Slovenia.
Making an Impact for Canada
Joel officially debuted for the national team in 2008. He quickly made a big impression, setting records for scoring and blocking shots in individual games. He played in the 2009 FIBA Americas Championship, helping Canada finish in 4th place. He had a standout game against Brazil, scoring 17 points and grabbing 8 rebounds.
World Championship Participation
In 2010, Joel competed for Canada in the 2010 FIBA World Championship. He continued to represent his country in international tournaments, including the 2013 FIBA Americas Championship.
After His Playing Days
After retiring as a player, Joel Anthony continued to be involved in basketball. In May 2020, he became a player consultant for the Hamilton Honey Badgers in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL).
Joel Anthony's Life Off the Court
Joel Anthony was raised by his mother, Erene Anthony, who came from the island of Antigua. He has often said his mother was a great inspiration to him. He also has a sister named Charlotte Pryce. Joel attended Selwyn House School, a private school, with the help of financial support. He earned a degree from UNLV in December 2006, studying subjects like sociology and physical education.
Nicknames: "The Warden" and "Doc"
Fans often called Joel Anthony "The Warden." This nickname became popular because of his strong defense, especially after a game where fans felt he "locked up" an opposing player. His teammates, however, had a different nickname for him: "Doc."
Joel Anthony's Career Statistics
Here are some of Joel Anthony's statistics from his time in the NBA.
NBA Regular Season
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| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2007–08 | Miami | 24 | 1 | 20.8 | .467 | – | .592 | 3.9 | .1 | .4 | 1.3 | 3.5 |
| 2008–09 | Miami | 65 | 28 | 16.1 | .483 | – | .652 | 3.0 | .4 | .3 | 1.4 | 2.2 |
| 2009–10 | Miami | 80 | 16 | 16.5 | .478 | – | .717 | 3.1 | .2 | .3 | 1.4 | 2.7 |
| 2010–11 | Miami | 75 | 11 | 19.5 | .535 | – | .644 | 3.6 | .3 | .1 | 1.2 | 2.0 |
| 2011–12† | Miami | 64 | 51 | 21.1 | .559 | – | .690 | 3.9 | .1 | .6 | 1.3 | 3.4 |
| 2012–13† | Miami | 62 | 3 | 9.1 | .515 | – | .607 | 1.9 | .2 | .2 | .7 | 1.4 |
| 2013–14 | Miami | 12 | 0 | 3.1 | .333 | – | 1.000 | .6 | .0 | .0 | .3 | .5 |
| 2013–14 | Boston | 21 | 0 | 7.1 | .385 | – | .333 | 1.5 | .1 | .1 | .4 | 1.0 |
| 2014–15 | Detroit | 49 | 0 | 8.3 | .581 | – | .682 | 1.9 | .1 | .2 | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 2015–16 | Detroit | 19 | 0 | 5.1 | .600 | – | .750 | 1.1 | .1 | .1 | .6 | .9 |
| 2016–17 | San Antonio | 19 | 0 | 6.4 | .625 | – | .625 | 1.6 | .2 | .1 | .3 | 1.3 |
| Career | 490 | 110 | 14.4 | .513 | – | .662 | 2.8 | .2 | .3 | 1.1 | 2.2 | |
NBA Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2009 | Miami | 6 | 2 | 14.7 | .800 | – | 1.000 | 3.2 | .3 | .0 | 1.2 | 1.7 |
| 2010 | Miami | 5 | 0 | 15.8 | .714 | – | .750 | 1.8 | .2 | .4 | 1.0 | 2.6 |
| 2011 | Miami | 21* | 13 | 27.4 | .367 | – | .710 | 4.6 | .5 | .4 | 1.8 | 2.8 |
| 2012† | Miami | 17 | 1 | 19.4 | .586 | – | .800 | 3.2 | .1 | .3 | .9 | 3.2 |
| 2013† | Miami | 14 | 0 | 5.1 | .300 | – | – | 1.5 | .0 | .1 | .3 | .4 |
| 2017 | San Antonio | 3 | 0 | 5.2 | .750 | – | .000 | 1.3 | .0 | .0 | .7 | 2.0 |
| Career | 66 | 16 | 17.5 | .481 | – | .746 | 3.1 | .2 | .3 | 1.1 | 2.2 | |
See also
In Spanish: Joel Anthony para niños
- List of Canadians in the National Basketball Association
- List of NCAA Division I men's basketball players with 13 or more blocks in a game
- List of Montreal athletes
- List of people from Montreal
