Kenneth "Kenny" Smith was born on March 8, 1965, in Queens, New York. He attended Archbishop Molloy High School, where he was trained by legendary coach Jack Curran. Smith’s high school success set the stage for his collegiate career at the University of North Carolina under the guidance of coaching icon Dean Smith. During his time at UNC, Kenny earned second-team All-ACC honors as a sophomore and junior, and became a Consensus First-Team All-American in 1987. He graduated in 1987 with a degree in Industrial Relations (Economics).
Smith began his professional basketball journey after being selected sixth overall in the 1987 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. Over his 10-year NBA career, he played for six teams: Sacramento Kings (1987–1990), Atlanta Hawks (1990), Houston Rockets (1990–1996), Detroit Pistons (1996), Orlando Magic (1996–1997), and Denver Nuggets (1997).
His most notable stint was with the Houston Rockets, where he was an integral part of the team’s back-to-back championship wins in 1994 and 1995. He was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 1988 and delivered a standout performance during Game 1 of the 1995 NBA Finals—hitting seven three-pointers, including a clutch game-tying shot that forced overtime. The Rockets went on to defeat the Orlando Magic 120-118.
Over the course of his career, he recorded 9,397 points, 1,454 rebounds, and 4,073 assists. In 2010, Smith also participated in and won the NBA Shooting Stars competition during All-Star Weekend.
Following his retirement from professional basketball, Kenny Smith transitioned into broadcasting and has since become a respected studio analyst. He currently works for TNT as a core member of the Emmy Award-winning program Inside the NBA. Known for his insightful analysis and engaging on-air presence, Smith has now completed over a decade with the show. He has also contributed to other TNT basketball-related broadcasts over the years, gaining acclaim for his detailed breakdowns and commentary.
Kenny Smith was previously married to Dawn Reavis, with whom he shares two children: Kayla Brianna, an R&B singer, and KJ Smith, a promising basketball player. Smith later married Gwendolyn Osborne, a model known for her appearances on The Price Is Right, as well as a recording artist and actress. Osborne is of Jamaican and British descent.
Together, Kenny and Gwendolyn have two children: a son, Malloy Adrian Smith (born in 2008), and a daughter, London Olivia Smith (born in 2012), who has developed a notable presence on Instagram. The Smith family also starred in the TBS reality series Meet the Smiths, which delved into their daily life, parenting approaches, and careers.
Standing at 6 feet 3 inches tall, Kenny Smith has maintained a strong and well-presented appearance, even past the age of 50. Though he has gained some weight since his playing days, he remains in good shape. Known for his infectious smile and charismatic personality, Smith is often recognized for his bald head, having previously sported short black hair.
Beyond broadcasting, Kenny Smith is dedicated to youth development through basketball. He oversees an AAU basketball team based in Atlanta, where he mentors and trains aspiring young athletes. His passion for the game continues to influence future generations both on and off the court.
Fans can follow Kenny Smith on Twitter, where he has an active profile under the handle @TheJetOnTNT. As of recent data, he has approximately 946,000 followers. His Twitter bio reads:
"Championships and Emmy’s, Kenny Smith
The Universe
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Joined April 2009"
| Birth Date: | 8 Mar, 1965 |
| Age: | 55 yrs |
| Occupations: | Basketball player Sports commentator |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Queens |
| residence: | Queens |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American basketball player |
| Twitter Id: | Thejetontnt |
| Spouse: | Gwendolyn Osborne [M. 2006] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 20 million |
