Steve Francis is a retired basketball player who played for three different NBA teams during his career. While a star on all of his teams, Steve has also dabbled in several business ventures since retiring from professional basketball. He is currently in the news for his run-ins with the law and subsequent sentencing.
Quick Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Steve Francis |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | Steven D’Shawn Francis |
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 45 years old |
| Birth Date: | 21 February 1977 |
| Birth Place: | Takoma Park, Maryland, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Height: | 1.9 m |
| Weight: | 95 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marital Status: | Divorced |
| Wife/Spouse (Name): | Shelby Francis (m. 2006–2016) |
| Children: | Yes (Steven II Francis, Shailyn Francis) |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Profession: | American former professional basketball player |
| Net Worth in 2024: | $45 million |
| Last Updated: | October 2024 |
Steve Francis Biography
Steve Francis was born Steven D’Shawn Francis on February 21, 1977, in Maryland, United States. He had a close relationship with his mother, Brenda, who died while Steve was still in school. Steve’s father was serving time in prison. Steve grew up with his grandmother and stepfather.
Steve had a difficult childhood that included drug dealing and cocaine sales. He attended six different high schools before dropping out before receiving his diploma. He was a regular basketball player in his previous schools and was noticed by the San Jacinto basketball coaches. He went on to play basketball at San Jacinto College before transferring to Allegany College in Maryland.
Steve was drafted by the National Basketball Association and asked to play for Vancouver. He refused and was traded to the Houston Rockets, his first NBA team. Steve played professional basketball for ten years before retiring from the game.
Steve Francis Age, Height, Weight
Steve Francis was born on February 21, 1977, and is 45 years old as of 2024. His height is 1.9 m, and he weighs 95 kg.
Career
Steve Francis began his professional basketball career with the Houston Rockets. Between 1999 and 2004, he was a member of the team. He appeared in 374 games for the team, scoring an average of 19 points per game.
He then played for the Orlando team for two years. Steve was upset when his best friend on the team was traded to another team, which showed in his performance. In his two years with the team, his point average dropped from 16 to 10.
He was then traded to the New York Knicks, where he played for one year. In 2007, he was recalled to Houston’s first team. While on this team, he was sidelined by a career-ending injury that necessitated surgery. In 2010, he announced his retirement from the game.
During his ten years of professional basketball, Steve appeared in 576 games and averaged 18 points per game.
Steve Francis Achievements and Awards
Steve Francis is a talented player who would have played for many years if he hadn’t been sidelined by injury. He received numerous awards and accolades throughout his playing career for his outstanding performance.
In 2000, he was named NBA Rookie of the Year. The same year, he finished second in the slam dunk contest.
He was an NBA all-star three times, in 2002, 2003, and 2004.
Steve was a finalist for the Naismith Player of the Year award in 1998 while playing for his college.
Steve Francis’s Net Worth In 2024
Steve Francis has a net worth of $45 million as of February 2024, primarily from his professional basketball earnings. According to reports, Steve was paid $31 million to end his contract with his current team in his final trade-off to Houston. Houston signed him to a two-year, $6 million contract.
Steve Francis had a promising basketball career cut short due to severe injuries. His drinking problems exacerbated his early retirement and relationship problems. Recently released from prison, let us hope his future years are better and happier.
Steve Francis Wife, Marriage
Personal Life Steve married Shelby in 2006, and the couple has two children. In 2016, the couple divorced.
