How Kris Humphries built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Kris Humphries is a retired American professional basketball player who played power forward in the NBA from 2004 to 2016. He played for several teams, including the Utah Jazz, Toronto Raptors, Dallas Mavericks, and Brooklyn Nets, among others. Before his NBA career, Humphries played college basketball for the University of Minnesota's Golden Gophers and was a member of the United States men's national basketball team.
In 2002, Kris Humphries led Hopkins High School to a 25-2 record and its first Minnesota state championship in 49 years.
At the 2004 NBA Combine, Kris Humphries demonstrated his strength by benching 22 reps of 185 pounds.
In 2004, Kris Humphries was drafted by the Utah Jazz as the 14th overall selection, marking the start of his NBA career.
On June 8, 2006, Kris Humphries was traded to the Toronto Raptors along with Robert Whaley.
On July 9, 2009, Kris Humphries, along with Shawn Marion and Nathan Jawai, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks as part of a four-team deal.
On January 11, 2010, Kris Humphries was traded to the New Jersey Nets.
On December 21, 2011, Kris Humphries signed a one-year, $8 million contract with the New Jersey Nets.
In 2011, Kris Humphries had a breakout season, averaging a double-double in points and rebounds.
On July 17, 2012, Kris Humphries signed a two-year, $24 million contract with the Nets, who had moved to Brooklyn.
On June 27, 2013, it was reported that the Nets and Celtics agreed on a trade involving Kris Humphries and other players for Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Jason Terry.
On July 12, 2013, the trade sending Kris Humphries and others to the Boston Celtics for Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Jason Terry was completed.
On July 19, 2014, Kris Humphries was acquired by the Washington Wizards in a sign-and-trade deal.
On November 14, 2015, Kris Humphries made 5-of-8 three-pointers, scoring a game-high 23 points for the Wizards.
On February 18, 2016, Kris Humphries was traded to the Phoenix Suns.
On March 1, 2016, Kris Humphries signed with the Atlanta Hawks.
On July 15, 2016, Kris Humphries re-signed with the Atlanta Hawks.
In 2016, Kris Humphries concluded his NBA career, having played for multiple teams over the years.
On September 25, 2017, Kris Humphries signed with the Philadelphia 76ers.
On October 14, 2017, Kris Humphries was waived by the Philadelphia 76ers.
On March 26, 2019, Kris Humphries announced his retirement from professional basketball.