Josh Green (basketball)
A versatile and tenacious guard whose defensive hustle and Australian grit have made him a valuable asset on NBA courts.
Born 2000 (age 26)·American-Australian basketball player·Birthday: November 16·Generation Z
Biography
Josh Green's basketball path is a trans-Pacific journey. Born in Sydney to an Australian father and American mother, he grew up playing in both countries, developing a rugged, team-first style. His athletic promise was clear early, leading him to IMG Academy in Florida and a coveted spot with the Arizona Wildcats. At Arizona, he wasn't just a scorer; he was a defensive disruptor and explosive transition player, earning Pac-12 All-Freshman honors. Selected 18th overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2020 NBA Draft, Green carved out a role not with flashy offense but with relentless energy. He became a fan favorite for his defensive assignments, hustle plays, and improved three-point shooting. His commitment to the Australian Boomers has been equally strong, representing his birth country in major international tournaments. Green embodies the modern role player: a connective, energetic piece whose value extends far beyond the box score.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Josh was born in 2000, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Josh Was Born
The biggest hits of 2000
#1 Movie
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Best Picture
Gladiator
#1 TV Show
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Josh's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
2000Born
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2005Started school
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2013Became a teenager
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Could drive
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2018Could vote
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2021Turned 21
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 26 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Selected 18th overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2020 NBA Draft.
- Won a bronze medal with the Australian national team (the Boomers) at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
- Played a key rotational role for the Dallas Mavericks team that reached the 2022 Western Conference Finals.
- Earned Pac-12 All-Freshman Team honors while playing for the University of Arizona.
Did You Know?
He holds dual citizenship in Australia and the United States.
He was a standout Australian Rules football player as a child before focusing solely on basketball.
His sister, Maya, also played college basketball at the University of Nevada.
He was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Charlotte Hornets in 2024.
“I’ll do whatever it takes to help my team get the win.”
