Tim Duncan Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Children, Ethnicity, Awards

   Tim Duncan is a retired professional basketball player and current assistant coach, widely regarded as one of the most incredible power forwards in the National Basketball Association (NBA) history.

Born on April 25, 1976, in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, Duncan’s journey to basketball stardom began after a promising career as a swimmer was derailed by Hurricane Hugo, which destroyed local swimming facilities.

He transitioned to basketball and became a dominant force at Wake Forest University, earning numerous accolades.

Duncan was selected by the San Antonio Spurs as the first overall pick in the 1997 NBA Draft. He played there for his entire 19-year career.

His calm demeanour and fundamental style of play earned him the nickname “The Big Fundamental.” Over his career, he led the Spurs to five NBA championships and was named NBA Finals MVP three times.

Profile

• Full name: Timothy Theodore Duncan
• Nickname: Timmy, The Big Fundamental
• Date of birth: April 25, 1976
• Age: 49 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Basketball player, coach
• Height: 6 feet 11 inches (211 cm)
• Parents: William Duncan, Ione Duncan
• Siblings: Cheryl Duncan, Tricia Duncan, Scott Duncan
• Spouse: Amy Sherrill (m. July 2001; div. August 2013)
• Children: Sydney Duncan, Quill Duncan, Draven Duncan
• Relationship status: In a relationship with Vanessa Macias
• Ethnicity: African-American
• Net worth: $155 million

Early Life and Education

Tim Duncan, born April 25, 1976, is now 49. He grew up in St. Croix, where he was initially an accomplished swimmer. His mother, Ione Duncan, was a professional midwife who encouraged her children’s athletic pursuits.

After Hurricane Hugo devastated the island in 1989 and damaged swimming facilities, Duncan shifted his focus to basketball. He began honing his skills with the help of his brother-in-law, who taught him the fundamentals of the game.

Duncan attended St. Dunstan’s Episcopal High School before moving on to Wake Forest University in North Carolina. At Wake Forest from 1993 to 1997, he established himself as one of college basketball’s premier players.

He graduated with a degree in psychology and received numerous accolades during his collegiate career, including the Naismith College Player of the Year award in his senior year.

Personal Life

Tim Duncan’s personal life has been marked by triumphs and challenges. He married Amy Sherrill in July 2001; however, their marriage ended in divorce in August 2013.

Together they have three children: Sydney (born in 2005), Draven (born in 2007), and Quill (born in 2017). Following his divorce, Duncan has been in a relationship with Vanessa Macias.

Despite being a public figure, Duncan has maintained a relatively private lifestyle throughout his career and beyond. He has focused on raising his children and contributing to various charitable endeavours through the Tim Duncan Foundation.

Career

Duncan’s professional career began when he was drafted first overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 1997 NBA Draft. Over his 19-year tenure with the team (1997-2016), he became synonymous with Spurs basketball and led them to five NBA championships (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014).

His consistent performance earned him two NBA Most Valuable Player awards and three NBA Finals MVP awards. Duncan’s playing style was characterized by its fundamental approach—emphasizing footwork and positioning rather than athleticism alone.

He was selected for the All-Star Game fifteen times and was named to both the All-NBA Team and All-Defensive Team multiple times throughout his career. After retiring from playing in July 2016, Duncan joined the Spurs’ coaching staff as an assistant coach for the following season.

Awards

• Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee (2020)
• 2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2002–2003)
• 3× NBA Finals MVP (1999, 2003, 2005)
• 5× NBA Champion (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2014)
• 15× NBA All-Star (1998–2013)
• Naismith College Player of the Year (1997)
• John R. Wooden Award (1997)

Net worth

Tim Duncan’s net worth is estimated to be around $155 million. His wealth primarily stems from his successful NBA career—he earned over $200 million in salary—and lucrative endorsement deals throughout his time as a player.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: N/A
• Twitter handle: N/A