Age, Biography and Wiki
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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He is a member of famous player with the age 45 years old group.
Melvin Ely Height, Weight & Measurements
At 45 years old, Melvin Ely height is 2.08 m .
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2.08 m |
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Not Available |
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Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
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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Not Available |
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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 |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
player |
Melvin Ely Social Network
Timeline
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.
Ely led his Wildcats to a second-place finish in 1995 and 1996 and third-place in 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.
Under the guidance of coach Jerry Tarkanian at Fresno State, Ely led the Bulldogs to two NCAA tournament appearances in 2000 and 2001.
He also won the WAC Player of the Year award in two consecutive seasons in 2001 and 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.
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.
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.
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.
In 2012, Ely signed with the Brujos de Guayama of Puerto Rico.
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.
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.
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.
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).
On September 27, 2016, he was hired by the Canton Charge to serve as an assistant coach.
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.
