Jared Dudley is an American former professional basketball player best known for his leadership and veteran presence in the NBA locker room, notably during his time with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Jared Anthony Dudley was born on July 10, 1985, in San Diego, California, to Anthony Dudley and Melinda Schall. He attended Boston College, where he played for the Boston College Eagles men’s basketball team. During his college career, Dudley developed into one of the program’s standout players. As a senior, he averaged 19 points and 3 assists per game and was named the ACC Player of the Year in 2007. One of his career highlights came when he scored a personal best in a game against Villanova.
Dudley was selected 22nd overall in the 2007 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Bobcats. He played for Charlotte from 2007 to 2008 before being traded to the Phoenix Suns in December 2008. Dudley spent five seasons with the Suns, from 2008 to 2013, earning a reputation as a reliable bench contributor and strong defensive player. While with Phoenix, he became well known for his three-point shooting and basketball IQ, helping the team reach the playoffs during his tenure.
After his time in Phoenix, Dudley played for several teams, including the Los Angeles Clippers (2013–2014), Milwaukee Bucks, and Washington Wizards. He adapted his role throughout his career to become a versatile, team-first player valued for his leadership and experience.
In July 2019, Dudley signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on a one-year deal worth approximately $2.5 million— the veteran minimum at the time. He was reportedly courted by several teams, including the Brooklyn Nets, where he had played the previous season, and the Detroit Pistons. Ultimately, he chose the Lakers for the chance to contribute to a championship-caliber team led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
Although not a primary scorer, Dudley's off-court influence and mentorship were considered invaluable to the Lakers' chemistry and success. His experience and willingness to play a supporting role helped the Lakers secure the NBA Championship in 2020 during the season restart in the Orlando bubble.
Jared Dudley is married to Christian Dudley. The couple shares two children: a son, Justus Dudley, and a daughter, Jaylin Dudley. The family is known for their strong Christian faith. Dudley has consistently demonstrated his dedication both to his family and his beliefs.
Interestingly, Dudley made a brief appearance in the 2013 anthology film Movie 43, portraying a basketball player named Moses in one of the segments. Although the film was not widely acclaimed, it marked a rare crossover of an NBA athlete into Hollywood entertainment.
| Birth Date: | 10 Jul, 1985 |
| Age: | 35 yrs |
| Occupations: | Basketball player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | San Diego |
| Education: | Boston College |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American basketball player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 25 million |
