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Melvin Ely was born on 2 May, 1978 in Harvey, Illinois, U.S., is an American basketball player (born 1978). Discover Melvin Ely's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 45 years old?

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Age 45 years old
Zodiac Sign Taurus
Born 2 May 1978
Birthday 2 May
Birthplace Harvey, Illinois, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Melvin Ely Height, Weight & Measurements

At 45 years old, Melvin Ely height is 2.08 m .

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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Melvin Ely Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Melvin Ely worth at the age of 45 years old? Melvin Ely’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from United States. We have estimated Melvin Ely's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Timeline

1978

Melvin Anderson Ely (born May 2, 1978) is an American former professional basketball player who was also an assistant coach for the Canton Charge of the NBA G League.

1995

Ely led his Wildcats to a second-place finish in 1995 and 1996 and third-place in 1997.

1997

As a senior in 1997, he averaged 15.5 points per game, 9.3 rebounds per game and 5.2 blocked shots per game during the regular season and was named the Chicago Sun-Times player of the year and first team all-state.

During Ely's 3 years as a starter, Thornton Township posted a combined record of 93 wins and 4 losses, including marks of 32–1 in 1997, 31–1 in 1996 and 30–2 in 1995.

2000

Under the guidance of coach Jerry Tarkanian at Fresno State, Ely led the Bulldogs to two NCAA tournament appearances in 2000 and 2001.

2001

He also won the WAC Player of the Year award in two consecutive seasons in 2001 and 2002.

2002

A 6'10", 261 lb, power forward–center from Fresno State, Ely was drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers in the first round (12th overall pick) of the 2002 NBA draft. At Fresno State, he enjoyed a prolific career under the coaching of Jerry Tarkanian.

While attending Harvey Thornton High School, Ely earned All-American honors from McDonald's and Parade.

2004

After two seasons in Los Angeles with limited playing time, Ely was traded by the Clippers along with teammate Eddie House on July 14, 2004, to the Charlotte Bobcats for two second-round draft picks in 2005 and 2006.

During the 2004–05 and 2005–06 seasons, Ely rejuvenated his career as a prominent reserve role player.

2006

On October 2, 2006, he rejected offers from the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns to sign a one-year, $3 million contract to remain with the Bobcats.

2007

In 2007, Ely was voted one of the "100 Legends of the IHSA Boys Basketball Tournament", recognizing his superior performance in his appearances in the tournament.

On February 13, 2007, he was traded to the San Antonio Spurs in exchange for forward Eric Williams and a second-round draft pick in 2009.

He played only 6 games for the Spurs, averaging 3.2 points and 2.3 rebounds per game.

He did not play for the Spurs in the playoffs yet he still won the championship ring.

In the 2007 off-season, Ely signed with the New Orleans Hornets.

It was formally announced on September 12 that it was a two-year contract.

2012

In 2012, Ely signed with the Brujos de Guayama of Puerto Rico.

On October 27, 2012, Ely signed with the Dallas Mavericks along with guard Chris Douglas-Roberts.

He and Douglas-Roberts were waived the next day.

On November 1, 2012, he was acquired by the Texas Legends of the NBA D-League.

2013

In September 2013, Ely signed with the Memphis Grizzlies.

However, he was waived on October 26.

In November 2013, he was re-acquired by the Texas Legends.

2014

On February 3, 2014, Ely was named to the Prospects All-Star roster for the 2014 NBA D-League All-Star Game.

On April 14, 2014, he signed with the New Orleans Pelicans for the rest of the season.

Ely's final NBA game was April 16, 2014 in a 105 - 100 win over the Houston Rockets where he recorded 4 points and 1 block.

On July 15, 2014, he was traded to the Washington Wizards.

On July 30, 2014, he was waived by the Wizards.

In September 2014, Ely signed a one-year deal with the Gunma Crane Thunders of the Japanese bj league.

2015

On August 23, 2015, Ely was hired to join Martin Knezevic's staff in the newly-formed AmeriLeague in Las Vegas (league folded prior to the season).

2016

On September 27, 2016, he was hired by the Canton Charge to serve as an assistant coach.

2017

On November 2, 2017, Ely was Inducted in to the Fresno Athletic Hall of Fame with some of his 2005 Fresno State teammates in attendance.