Age, Biography and Wiki
Vinnie Johnson is an American retired professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was born on September 1, 1956 in Brooklyn, New York. He attended St. John's University, where he was a two-time All-American. He was drafted seventh overall by the Detroit Pistons in the 1979 NBA draft.
Johnson played 12 seasons in the NBA, all with the Pistons. He was a key member of the Pistons' "Bad Boys" teams that won back-to-back NBA championships in 1989 and 1990. He was known for his clutch shooting, earning the nickname "The Microwave" for his ability to heat up quickly off the bench.
Johnson retired from the NBA in 1992. He is currently the owner of the NBA G League's Grand Rapids Drive. He is also the founder and CEO of Vinnie Johnson Enterprises, a business consulting firm.
As of 2021, Vinnie Johnson's net worth is estimated to be roughly $20 million.
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68 years old |
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Virgo |
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1 September, 1956 |
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1 September |
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New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States |
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Vinnie Johnson Height, Weight & Measurements
At 68 years old, Vinnie Johnson height is 188 cm .
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188 cm |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Vinnie Johnson Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Vinnie Johnson worth at the age of 68 years old? Vinnie Johnson’s income source is mostly from being a successful . He is from United States. We have estimated
Vinnie Johnson's net worth
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Timeline
Following his career with the Detroit Pistons, Johnson established Piston Automotive in 1995. The company found success as a supplier for major international automotive companies, particularly Ford Motor Company and General Motors. Johnson serves as the Piston Group's chairman and Chief Executive Officer. He has also served as the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the joint ventures JL Automotive LLC and PASA Modules, LLC.
The Pistons honored Johnson's career by retiring his number 15 jersey in a ceremony on February 5, 1994, at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Johnson was influenced by Earl Monroe growing up and only wore number 15 throughout his playing days. When asked about it by a fan later he said, "It was a huge honor. The fact that they retired my jersey tells me that I did some great things for the organization."
On June 19, 1990, Johnson made a 14-foot shot with 0.7 seconds left on the clock, beating the Portland Trail Blazers 92–90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, and giving Detroit a repeat championship. The basket earned Johnson a new nickname: 007.
After leaving the Pistons following the 1990–91 season, Johnson would play one more season in the NBA with the San Antonio Spurs before retiring in 1992. From 1990 to 2001, he served as a color analyst on Pistons radio broadcasts.
Johnson was chosen as the No. 7 overall pick in the 1979 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics. He was traded to the Detroit Pistons in November 1981.
Johnson transferred across town to attend Baylor University for the 1977–78 and 1978-79 seasons. One of the most prolific scorers in Baylor basketball history, Johnson averaged 24.1 points per game in his two seasons in Waco. A two-time All-American, Johnson is the school record-holder in points-per-game average, ranks 15th in career points, and third in career assists average at Baylor. He was named All-SWC in both 1978 and 1979. Johnson also holds the Baylor record for most points scored in a game with 50 against TCU in 1979.
Starting his career in 1975 at the juco McLennan Community College in Waco, Texas, Johnson was a star there for two years, leading the team to the NJCAA national tournament in the 1976-77 season while averaging 29 points per game and being named a junior college All-American.
Vincent Johnson (born September 1, 1956), is an American retired professional basketball player and a key player as sixth man for the Detroit Pistons during the team's National Basketball Association (NBA) championships of 1989 and 1990. He was nicknamed "the Microwave" in the NBA.
