Height has always fascinated basketball fans. From Shaquille O’Neal’s dominance in the paint to Yao Ming’s unmatched reach. In 2025, the NBA’s new generation of skyscrapers is pushing the limits of what big men can do, handling the ball, shooting threes, and defending like guards.

NBA young stars like Victor Wembanyama and Dereck Lively II grew some inches during the offseason. Here’s a breakdown of the five tallest active players in the NBA, ranked from shortest to tallest.

5. Kristaps Porzingis (Atlanta Hawks) — 7’3″ (2.21 m)

Nicknamed the “Unicorn”, Kristaps Porzingis was one of the first modern big men to combine elite height with perimeter skills. Standing at 7-foot-3, the Atlanta Hawks center stretches defenses with his deep shooting range while protecting the rim with his 7’6” wi

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