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David Michael Roddy (born March 27, 2001) is an American professional basketball player who is a free agent. He played college basketball for the Colorado State Rams.

Key Information

In high school, Roddy played basketball, football, and track and field, receiving Division I scholarship offers for the first two. He ultimately chose to play college basketball for Colorado State. With the Rams, he was named to the First-team All-Mountain West in his sophomore and junior seasons, and was named the Mountain West Player of the Year in his junior season. He was drafted 23rd overall in the 2022 NBA draft by the Philadelphia 76ers, but was later traded to the Memphis Grizzlies. He has also played for the Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks, 76ers, and Houston Rockets.

High school career

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Roddy was a three-sport athlete at Breck School in Golden Valley, Minnesota, competing in basketball, football and track and field.[1] As a senior, he averaged 29.7 points and 16.6 rebounds per game for the basketball team. Roddy was an all-state quarterback in football and won a Class A state title in the discus.[2][3] He committed to play college basketball for Colorado State over offers from Minnesota, Northwestern, and other NCAA Division I programs. Before committing to college basketball, Roddy also received football scholarship offers from multiple Division I programs.[4]

College career

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As a freshman, Roddy averaged 11.4 points and 5.6 rebounds per game for Colorado State.[5] On January 22, 2020, Roddy recorded a freshman season-high 26 points and eight rebounds in a 86–68 win over Fresno State.[2]

As a sophomore, he averaged 15.9 points and 9.4 rebounds per game,[6] and was named first-team All-Mountain West.[7] On January 27, 2021, Roddy posted 27 points and 15 rebounds in a 78–56 victory over Boise State.[8]

Roddy had a career year as a junior during 2021–22 season. He went 57.1% on field goals and 43.8% on three-pointers — up from 51.2% and 27.8% in 2020–21. He averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists a game.[9] Roddy was named the Mountain West Player of the Year, as well as being named first-team All-Mountain West for the second consecutive year.[10][11] Roddy led the Rams to their first NCAA tournament appearance since 2013 before declaring for the 2022 NBA draft on March 30, 2022.[12]

Professional career

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Memphis Grizzlies (2022–2024)

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In the 2022 NBA draft, Roddy was drafted 23rd overall by the Philadelphia 76ers on behalf of the Memphis Grizzlies as part of a trade that sent Roddy and Danny Green to the Grizzlies in exchange for De'Anthony Melton.[13] On July 2, 2022, Roddy signed his rookie scale contract with the Grizzlies.[14] Roddy made his NBA debut on October 19, grabbing two rebounds in a 115–112 overtime win over the New York Knicks.[15] On March 11, 2023, Roddy scored a career-high 24 points in a 112–108 win over the Dallas Mavericks.[16]

Phoenix Suns (2024)

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On February 8, 2024, Roddy was traded to the Phoenix Suns in a three-team trade involving the Brooklyn Nets alongside Royce O'Neale, sending Chimezie Metu and Yuta Watanabe to Memphis and Keita Bates-Diop and Jordan Goodwin to Brooklyn.[17] Roddy made his team debut six days later on Valentine's Day, scoring 5 points and getting one rebound in 10 minutes of action in a 116–100 win over the Detroit Pistons.[18]

Atlanta Hawks (2024–2025)

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On July 29, 2024, Roddy was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for E. J. Liddell.[19] On February 7, 2025, Roddy was waived by the Hawks.[20]

Philadelphia 76ers (2025)

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On February 9, 2025, Roddy signed a 10-day contract with the Philadelphia 76ers,[21] but was assigned to the Delaware Blue Coats of the NBA G League shortly after.[22] On February 20, 2025, Roddy signed a two-way contract with the 76ers.[23] On February 28, 2025, Roddy was waived by the 76ers after signing Jalen Hood-Schifino to a two-way contract.[24]

Houston Rockets (2025)

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On March 3, 2025, Roddy signed a two-way contract with the Houston Rockets.[25]

On July 6, 2025, Roddy was traded back to the Atlanta Hawks, as part of an expanded seven-team trade between the Brooklyn Nets, Los Angeles Lakers, Phoenix Suns, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Houston Rockets who acquired Kevin Durant.[26] Roddy was waived the following day.[27]

Toronto Raptors (2025)

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On July 10, 2025, Roddy signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Toronto Raptors.[28] On October 16, Roddy was waived by Toronto during final roster cuts.[29]

Career statistics

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high

NBA

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Regular season

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2022–23 Memphis 70 4 18.0 .429 .307 .631 2.8 .8 .4 .3 6.7
2023–24 Memphis 48 13 23.2 .402 .301 .687 4.2 1.6 .5 .2 8.4
Phoenix 17 0 3.7 .435 .125 1.000 .6 .2 .1 .0 1.3
2024–25 Atlanta 27 3 12.8 .473 .372 .818 2.6 1.1 .4 .3 4.5
Philadelphia 3 0 9.7 .421 .182 .0 3.0 1.0 .7 .0 6.0
Houston 2 0 15.5 .273 .143 1.000 2.0 1.0 .0 .5 4.5
Career 167 20 17.0 .420 .302 .688 2.9 1.0 .4 .2 6.2

Playoffs

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2023 Memphis 6 0 12.6 .276 .300 1.000 2.8 .7 .0 .3 3.8
2024 Phoenix 2 0 1.4 .0 .0 .0 .0 .0
Career 8 0 9.8 .276 .300 1.000 2.1 .5 .0 .3 2.9

College

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2019–20 Colorado State 32 19 25.6 .465 .195 .739 5.6 1.8 .6 .8 11.4
2020–21 Colorado State 28 26 31.5 .512 .278 .789 9.4 2.6 .9 .7 15.9
2021–22 Colorado State 31 31 32.9 .571 .438 .691 7.5 2.9 1.2 1.1 19.2
Career 91 76 29.9 .522 .319 .739 7.4 2.4 .9 .8 15.5

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David Roddy (born March 27, 2001) is an American professional basketball player currently a in the (NBA). A 6-foot-6 forward known for his physical presence and versatility, Roddy played for the from 2019 to 2022, where he appeared in 91 games and averaged 15.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. In his junior season, he earned Mountain West Player of the Year honors, All-Mountain West First Team selection, and third-team All-American recognition, leading the Rams to a 25-10 record while posting 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game on 57.1% shooting. Roddy was selected by the with the 23rd overall pick in the first round of the before his rights were traded to the on draft night. He signed a rookie contract with Memphis and spent his first two NBA seasons there, appearing in 112 games (10 starts) and averaging 6.7 points and 3.0 rebounds in 18.5 minutes per game. In February 2024, he was traded to the , where he played 23 games (six starts) for the remainder of the 2023-24 season, averaging 5.6 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. Roddy was traded to the in July 2024, where he played during the 2024-25 season until he was waived in February 2025; he then had brief stints with the and on two-way contracts. In July 2025, he was reacquired by the in another blockbuster seven-team trade but waived again days later, then signed an Exhibit 10 training camp deal with the before being waived in October 2025. Over 168 career regular-season games (17 starts), Roddy has averaged 6.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.0 assist while shooting 42.6% from the field and 30.4% from three-point range.

Early life and education

High school career

David Roddy was born on March 27, 2001, in , . Growing up in the local scene, Roddy developed an early interest in the sport, participating in AAU circuits with the powerhouse Howard Pulley program, which helped elevate his profile among recruiters. Roddy attended in , from 2015 to 2019, where he emerged as a standout three-sport in , football (as a and finalist for Minnesota Mr. Football), and (state champion in the ). As a senior during the 2018–19 season, he averaged 29.7 points, 16.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 2.2 blocks per game, ranking second in the state in scoring and leading his team to a 20–5 overall record and a 7–3 mark in the Tri-Metro Conference. His dominant performance earned him a spot as a finalist for and the , along with recognition as the 2019 Minnesota Male High School of the Year for his multisport excellence. In basketball recruitment, Roddy, rated as a top-250 national prospect in the class of , received offers from programs including power conference teams such as and Northwestern, but committed to in November 2018, choosing the over other options including in-state programs despite his strong local ties. This decision marked the beginning of his transition to , where he would continue to build on his high school foundation.

College career

Roddy played three seasons for the in the Mountain West Conference (MWC), showing steady statistical improvement each year while contributing to the team's success. As a in the –20 season, Roddy appeared in all 32 games, starting 19, and averaged 11.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game while shooting 46.5% from the field. In his sophomore year during the 2020–21 season, which was shortened due to the , Roddy played in 28 games, starting 26, and elevated his production to averages of 15.9 points, 9.4 rebounds—a mark that led the team—and 2.6 assists per game, shooting 51.2% from the field. Roddy's junior season in 2021–22 marked his breakout, as he started all 31 games and averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game while shooting an efficient 57.1% from the field. His performance earned him the MWC Player of the Year award, as voted by both the league's coaches and media, along with selection to the All-MWC First Team. Following his junior year, Roddy declared for the while retaining his college eligibility initially, but ultimately forwent his senior season to pursue a professional career.

Professional career

Memphis Grizzlies (2022–2024)

David Roddy was selected by the with the 23rd overall pick in the first round of the before being traded to the in exchange for guard . On July 1, 2022, Roddy signed a four-year scale contract with the Grizzlies worth approximately $12.9 million, fully guaranteed. In his rookie 2022–23 season, Roddy appeared in 70 games for Memphis, making four starts while averaging 18.0 minutes per game, 6.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 0.8 assists. To aid his development, he was assigned to the Grizzlies' affiliate, the , where he started all four regular-season games, averaging 20.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 33.0 minutes per game. Roddy earned a spot in the Grizzlies' playoff rotation during their first-round series against the , playing in all six games for 12.7 minutes per contest and averaging 3.8 points and 2.8 rebounds. During the 2023–24 season, Roddy continued to see an expanded role with Memphis, appearing in 48 games with 13 starts and averaging 23.2 minutes, 8.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game before the trade deadline. On February 8, 2024, Roddy was traded to the in a three-team deal also involving the , with the Suns acquiring Roddy and in exchange for , , , and three second-round picks (the Grizzlies received Metu, , and a 2026 first-round pick swap).

Phoenix Suns (2024)

On February 8, 2024, Roddy was acquired by the from the as part of a three-team trade that also involved the . During the remainder of the 2023–24 , Roddy appeared in 17 games for the Suns without recording a start, averaging 1.3 points, 0.6 rebounds, and 3.7 minutes per game. Primarily utilized as a depth forward behind the team's established rotation, he provided limited bench contributions amid Phoenix's push for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. Roddy appeared in two first-round playoff games against the , totaling 4 minutes without recording statistics, as the Suns, seeded sixth, were eliminated in the first round. Roddy remained with the Suns through the end of his rookie-scale contract but was traded to the on July 29, 2024, in exchange for forward .

Atlanta Hawks (2024–2025)

On July 29, 2024, David Roddy was acquired by the from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for forward . During the 2024–25 season, Roddy appeared in 27 games for the Hawks, averaging 4.5 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 12.8 minutes per game off the bench. He provided valuable bench energy as a wing defender, using his physicality to disrupt opponents and contribute to Atlanta's rotational depth. Additionally, Roddy spent time with the Hawks' G League affiliate, the , where he averaged 10.2 . Roddy was waived by the Hawks on February 6, 2025.

Philadelphia 76ers (2025)

On February 11, 2025, following his waiver by the Atlanta Hawks, David Roddy signed a 10-day contract with the Philadelphia 76ers to help fill a roster spot amid the team's injury challenges. The signing provided the 76ers with added frontcourt depth, as Roddy, a 6-foot-5 versatile forward known for his defensive versatility and rebounding, offered flexibility in a rotation affected by absences. Roddy appeared in three games for the 76ers during his initial stint, averaging 6.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 9.7 minutes per game while shooting 50.0% from the field. He did not receive a G League assignment during this period, focusing instead on NBA opportunities as an injury fill-in. Upon the expiration of his 10-day deal, the 76ers extended his stay by signing him to a on February 21, 2025, allowing for potential shuttling between the NBA and their G League affiliate, though he remained with the parent club initially. Roddy's time in Philadelphia concluded on March 1, 2025, when the 76ers waived him to make room for another signing, returning him to free agency without a standard NBA contract extension.

Houston Rockets (2025)

Following his waiver by the , David Roddy signed a with the on March 3, 2025. In his brief NBA action with Houston, Roddy appeared in 3 games off the bench, averaging 4.3 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 14.5 minutes per game while shooting 38.5% from the field. The majority of his development during this period occurred with the Rockets' affiliate, the , where he played in 10 games and averaged 15.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, contributing to the team's playoff push. On July 6, 2025, Roddy was traded to the as part of a historic seven-team deal and waived by the Hawks the same day.

Toronto Raptors (2025)

On July 10, 2025, Roddy signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the ahead of . The deal provided an opportunity to compete for a roster spot, following his waiver from the earlier that summer. Roddy was waived by the Raptors on October 16, 2025. As of November 16, 2025, Roddy is an unrestricted .

Playing style and accolades

Playing style

David Roddy plays as a hybrid and , standing at 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) tall and weighing 255 pounds, leveraging his physicality to contribute as a rebounding specialist and defensive enforcer on the wing. His build allows him to initiate contact effectively, creating mismatches against smaller guards while holding his own against bigger forwards in the paint. Roddy's strengths lie in his rebounding ability relative to his size, averaging 2.9 rebounds per game over his NBA career as of the end of the 2024-25 season, often boxing out opponents with his strength and positioning to secure second-chance opportunities. He excels as a defender, utilizing his 7-foot and quick hands to disrupt passing lanes and contest shots, making him a versatile perimeter stopper who can switch across multiple positions. Offensively, Roddy is an efficient inside scorer, converting at approximately 52% on two-point field goals throughout his professional tenure as of the end of the 2024-25 season by relying on post-ups, cuts, and putbacks near the rim. Among his weaknesses, Roddy struggles with three-point shooting, connecting on just 30.4% of attempts from beyond the arc as of the end of the 2024-25 season, which limits his spacing impact in modern NBA offenses. He also occasionally commits turnovers when handling the ball in transition, particularly when trying to push the pace against defenses, due to his developing ball-handling under duress. Roddy has evolved as a since his college days, where he averaged 2.9 assists per game in his junior year at Colorado State, transitioning to a more selective distributor in his NBA bench role with 1.0 assists per game as of the end of the 2024-25 season, focusing on simple reads and kick-outs to maintain team flow. This development aligns him with gritty forwards like , emphasizing hustle and physicality over flash. Draft analysts have described Roddy as a versatile "glue guy" who thrives in energy-off-the-bench roles, providing rebounding, defense, and timely scoring without needing a high usage rate to impact games. His tough, blue-collar mentality makes him a reliable rotational player capable of adapting to various lineups.

Awards and honors

During his senior year at in , Roddy was selected to the Star Tribune All-Metro First Team, recognizing him as one of the top players in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. He also earned a spot on the 2018-19 All-USA Boys Basketball Team for his standout performance as a forward. In his freshman season at during the 2019-20 campaign, Roddy received All-Mountain West Honorable Mention honors. As a in 2020-21, he was named to the All-Mountain West First Team after averaging 12.9 points and 6.1 rebounds per game in conference play. Roddy's junior year in 2021-22 marked his most acclaimed college season; he was voted Mountain West Player of the Year by both league media and coaches, becoming the third Ram to earn the award. He repeated as a First Team All-Mountain West selection and was also named to the Mountain West Championship All-Tournament Team. Additionally, Roddy garnered national recognition as an Honorable Mention All-American and a Third-Team All-American by . He was further honored as the USBWA All-District VIII (Mountain West) Player of the Year. In the NBA, Roddy received unofficial consideration for the 2022-23 All-Rookie Second Team following his debut season with the , where he appeared in 70 games. No formal G League All-Star selection was recorded during his time with the Valley Suns in 2023-24.

Career statistics

NBA regular season

David Roddy has appeared in 168 NBA regular season games across multiple teams as of November 16, 2025, averaging 6.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.0 assist, 0.4 steals, and 0.2 blocks per game in 16.9 minutes of playing time. His career shooting efficiency includes 42.1% on field goals, 30.4% on three-point attempts, and 68.6% on free throws, demonstrating solid contributions as a role player off the bench. Roddy's advanced metrics reflect reasonable productivity in limited roles, with a career player efficiency rating (PER) of 9.5 and win shares per 48 minutes (WS/48) of .035, underscoring his efficiency despite averaging under 20 minutes per game throughout his career. These figures highlight his ability to provide defensive energy and rebounding without forcing low-percentage shots. In his rookie season with the during 2022–23, Roddy transitioned to the NBA from college, serving primarily as a bench forward and contributing to a playoff-bound team amid injuries to key players. He played meaningful minutes in spot starts, focusing on defense and hustle plays.
SeasonTeamGPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
2022–2370418.0.429.307.6312.80.80.40.36.7
During the 2023–24 season, Roddy split time between the Grizzlies and after a midseason trade, adapting to different systems while maintaining consistent per-minute production as a versatile wing. His role emphasized spacing and transition play, though efficiency dipped slightly due to increased three-point volume.
SeasonTeam(s)GPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
2023–24/651318.1.403.293.6913.21.20.40.26.5
Roddy's 2024–25 campaign involved stints with three teams—the , , and —reflecting his status as a trade asset and depth piece in contending rotations. Limited minutes due to frequent moves impacted volume, but he showed improved finishing around the rim.
SeasonTeam(s)GPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
2024–25ATL/PHI/HOU33312.4.456.311.7692.51.10.40.34.6

Roddy made his NBA playoff debut during the 2022–23 postseason with the , appearing in all six games of their first-round series against the , which the Grizzlies lost 4–2. As a bench contributor, he averaged 12.3 minutes per game off the bench, providing depth in the frontcourt amid injuries to key players. His statistical output included 3.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game, while shooting 27.1% from the field on 4.8 attempts.
SeasonTeamGamesMPGPPGRPGAPGFG%
2022–23612.33.82.80.7.271
In the 2023–24 playoffs, Roddy joined the for their first-round matchup against the , which ended in a 4–0 sweep. He saw extremely limited action, appearing in two games for a total of 3 minutes without scoring a point, grabbing a rebound, or dishing an assist, going 0-for-3 from the field.
SeasonTeamGamesMPGPPGRPGAPGFG%
2023–24PHX21.50.00.50.0.000
Roddy has not appeared in any NBA playoff games since the 2023–24 postseason, including during his stints with the , , , and , as none of those teams advanced to the in which he was active through November 2025.

College statistics

During his three seasons with the from 2019 to 2022, David Roddy appeared in 91 games, starting 76, and averaged 15.5 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 0.9 steals per game while shooting 52.2% from the field and 32.1% from three-point range. Roddy showed steady improvement across his college career, particularly in scoring and efficiency, with per-season averages as follows:
SeasonTeamGGSMPGFG%3P%RPGAPGSPGPPG
2019–20Colorado State321925.6.465.1955.61.80.611.4
2020–21Colorado State282631.5.512.2789.42.60.915.9
2021–22Colorado State313132.9.571.4387.52.91.219.2
Career917629.9.522.3217.42.40.915.5
In games, Roddy ranked second in rebounding during the 2020–21 season with 9.4 rebounds per game and fourth in scoring during the 2021–22 season with 19.2 , while leading the conference in that year at 57.1%.

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