Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey is the heaviest NBA player currently, weighing in at 305 pounds (138 kg). European big-man duo of Jusuf Nurkic and Nikola Jokic follow closely behind at 290 (131 kg) and 284 pounds (128 kg), respectively.
While the NBA's style of play has evolved significantly over the years, the number of heavy players has decreased noticeably in recent seasons.
In the past, we've seen some of the heaviest NBA players ever, like Shaquille O'Neal at 415 pounds (188 kg), dominate the league. Today, true back-to-the-basket big men are rare; they've been replaced by mobile, versatile bigs who can run, defend, and catch lobs.
Even though the game has become faster, there are still some exceptionally strong players for their size, leading one to wonder: who is the heaviest NBA player currently?
It's difficult to determine exact player weights since they fluctuate throughout the season. For example, Luka Doncic's weight was reportedly around 270 pounds (122 kg) at one point this season, though he now appears to be in better shape and weighs significantly less.
Zion Williamson's weight has also been a major talking point around the league. Before the season, his official weight was listed at 284 pounds (129 kg), which tied him for the third-heaviest player in the NBA. However, recent reports suggest he's the lightest he's been since his rookie year, weighing in at 264 pounds (120 kg).
Taking all of this into account, I present a list of the current heaviest NBA players.
Heaviest NBA players in 2024-25 season
| No. | Player (Team) | Weight |
| 1. | Zach Edey (Memphis Grizzlies) | 305 lbs (138 kg) |
| 2. | Jusuf Nurkic (Charlotte Hornets) | 290 lbs (132 kg) |
| 3. | Nikola Jokic (Denver Nuggets) | 284 lbs (129 kg) |
| 4. | Brook Lopez (Milwaukee Bucks) | 282 lbs (128 kg) |
| 5-6. | Donovan Clingan (Portland Trail Blazers) | 280 lbs (127 kg) |
| 5-6. | Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) | 280 lbs (127 kg) |
| 7. | Andre Drummond (Philadelphia 76ers) | 279 lbs (126.5 kg) |
| 8-9. | Jahlil Okafor (Indiana Pacers) | 270 lbs (122 kg) |
| 8-9. | Wendell Carter Jr. (Orlando Magic) | 270 lbs (122 kg) |
| 10-15. | Daniel Gafford (Dallas Mavericks) | 265 lbs (120 kg) |
| 10-15. | Day'Ron Sharpe (Brooklyn Nets) | 265 lbs (120 kg) |
| 10-15. | DeAndre Jordan (Denver Nuggets) | 265 lbs (120 kg) |
| 10-15. | Guerschon Yabusele (Philadelphia 76ers) | 265 lbs (120 kg) |
| 10-15. | Jonas Valanciunas (Sacramento Kings) | 265 lbs (120 kg) |
| 10-15. | Steven Adams (Houston Rockets) | 265 lbs (120 kg) |
Who is the heaviest player in the NBA right now?
Memphis Grizzlies' rookie center Zach Edey is the heaviest NBA player right now. At 7-foot-4 (223.5 cm), he's the league's tallest and heaviest, at 305 pounds (138 kg).
It's incredible that Nikola Jokic is the third heaviest current NBA player at 284 pounds (129 kg).
His dominance over the past four seasons – winning three MVPs and leading the Denver Nuggets to a championship – only highlights his unique phenomenon, given his size and playing style.
Guerschon Yabusele of the Philadelphia 76ers is the shortest player on this list of the NBA's heaviest players, standing at 6-foot-8 (203 cm).
Apart from him and Brooklyn Nets' Day'Ron Sharpe, who is 6-foot-9 (206 cm), everyone else on the list is 6-foot-10 or taller.
Had Zion Williamson's weight been recorded at the start of the season, he would not only have been among the top five biggest NBA players currently, but, at 6-foot-6 (198 cm), he would also have been the shortest on the list.
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