Kirk Hinrich was born on January 2, 1981, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Nancy and Jim Hinrich. His father, Jim, was both a basketball player and coach and played a pivotal role in influencing Kirk's early interest in the sport. Encouraged by his father, Kirk began playing basketball at a young age, although he also participated in football and baseball during his early years. His passion, however, leaned strongly toward basketball, leading him to pursue it as a career. He was later trained by noted coach Ray Nacke and impressed by competing with older players, often outperforming expectations.
Hinrich attended Sioux City West High School, where he excelled in basketball and gained recognition for his scoring ability. He set the school’s all-time scoring record and was honored as 'Mr. Basketball' in Iowa during his senior year. These accomplishments paved the way for his collegiate career at the University of Kansas, where he played for the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team. As a standout guard, he was instrumental in helping the team reach the Final Four and eventually the NCAA Championship game. His leadership and skills earned praise from teammates and coach Roy Williams, solidifying his reputation as one of the top college players of his time.
Following his successful college tenure, Hinrich declared for the 2003 NBA Draft and was selected seventh overall by the Chicago Bulls. He was brought in largely as a replacement for Jay Williams, who suffered a career-threatening motorcycle accident. Hinrich made an immediate impact and became a regular starter for the Bulls. He was known for his defensive tenacity, playmaking abilities, and leadership on the court.
Hinrich remained with the Bulls until 2010, during which time he helped the team return to playoff contention. In 2010, he was traded to the Washington Wizards, where he played for one season before joining the Atlanta Hawks in 2011. After a brief stint with the Hawks, he returned to the Bulls in 2012 for another term. He later rejoined the Atlanta Hawks in 2016 and played there until he concluded his NBA career in the same year.
| Birth Date: | 2 Jan, 1981 |
| Age: | 39 yrs |
| Occupations: | Basketball player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Sioux City |
| Education: | University of Kansas |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American basketball player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 30 million |
