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My Take
There is something irresistible about a nickname like Dr. Dunkenstein, and Darrell Griffith earned every syllable of it. What moves me most, though, is his loyalty: a Wooden Award, Rookie of the Year, and eleven straight seasons with the Utah Jazz from 1980 to 1991. In an era of restless player movement, a man who soared for a single franchise his entire career feels almost mythic. Add his deep Louisville roots, and you get a portrait of hometown pride and devotion. I admire athletes who plant their flag once and never abandon it.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Darrell Griffith
- Name (Japanese)
- ダレル・グリフィス
- Reading
- だれる・ぐりふぃす
- Born
- June 16, 1958 (age 68)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Dog
- Origin
- Louisville, Kentucky, United States
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- 193 cm
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- basketball player
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Louisville Male High School
- University
- University of Louisville
Awards & achievements
- 1980 John R. Wooden Award
- 1981 NBA All-Rookie Team
- 1981 NBA Rookie of the Year Award
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Darrell Griffith born?
Born June 16, 1958 (age 68).
Where is Darrell Griffith from?
Darrell Griffith is from Louisville, Kentucky, United States.
What does Darrell Griffith do?
Darrell Griffith works as basketball player.
How tall is Darrell Griffith?
Darrell Griffith is 193 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-24
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.