Brook Lopez, born on April 1, 1988, in North Hollywood, California, is a professional basketball player who plays as a center for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. Standing 7 feet 1 inch tall and weighing 282 pounds, Lopez has had a distinguished career spanning over 16 seasons.
Early Life and Education
Lopez attended San Joaquin Memorial High School in Fresno, California, where he played alongside his twin brother, Robin Lopez, who also plays in the NBA. He averaged 13.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game in his senior year. Both brothers committed to Stanford University, where Brook played for two seasons.
In his sophomore year, he averaged 19.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 2.1 blocks per game, earning First-Team All-Pac-10 honors and Third-Team All-American recognition.
NBA Career
Lopez was selected by the New Jersey Nets (now Brooklyn Nets) as the 10th overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. He played nine seasons with the Nets, becoming the franchise’s all-time leading scorer. In 2017, Lopez signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for one season before joining the Milwaukee Bucks in 2018. With the Bucks, Lopez won an NBA championship in 2021 and was named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team in 2023.
Recent Performance
As of the 2024-2025 season, Lopez continues to be a vital contributor to the Bucks. On March 14, 2025, in a game against the Los Angeles Lakers, he scored 23 points, including three 3-pointers, and added four rebounds, five assists, four blocks, and one steal in 30 minutes of play.
Personal Life
Brook’s twin brother, Robin Lopez, has also had a notable NBA career. The Lopez brothers are known for their engaging personalities and have been involved in various charitable activities throughout their careers.