Kris Joseph
A versatile forward who powered Syracuse to deep tournament runs before carving out a sustained professional career across continents.
Born 1988 (age 38)·Canadian basketball player·Birthday: December 17·Millennials
Biography
Kris Joseph's basketball journey is defined by adaptability and leadership. At Syracuse, the Montreal native became a cornerstone of Jim Boeheim's teams, known for his slashing drives and defensive versatility. He was a key part of squads that regularly contended in the brutal Big East and made multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. Selected by the Boston Celtics in the 2012 draft, his NBA path was brief, but Joseph refused to let that define his career. He reinvented himself as a star in the NBA G League and then as a highly valued import across Europe's top leagues, from Turkey to France to Italy. His game matured into that of a reliable scorer and veteran presence, demonstrating the longevity possible for players who embrace the global game.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Kris was born in 1988, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Kris Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Kris's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Turned 21
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2018Turned 30
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
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Selected 51st overall by the Boston Celtics in the 2012 NBA Draft.
- Was a key starter for Syracuse University, helping the team reach the 2012 NCAA Elite Eight.
- Won the NBA G League championship with the Maine Red Claws in 2013.
- Enjoyed a successful multi-year career as a leading scorer for top European clubs like Anadolu Efes and Strasbourg.
Did You Know?
He is the older cousin of longtime NBA guard Cory Joseph.
He played for the Canadian national team in the 2015 FIBA Americas Championship.
At Syracuse, he wore jersey number 32.
“My job is to get to the rim and finish through contact.”
