SUMMARY
- Spencer Dinwiddie developed his dedication and work ethic, because of his parents, Malcolm and Stephanie.
- Dinwiddie continued his basketball career at the University of Colorado, playing for the Colorado Buffaloes.
Spencer Dinwiddie, born on April 6 1993 in Los Angeles, California, has made a name for himself in the world of basketball. Raised by parents Malcolm, a real estate agent, and Stephanie, a preschool owner with a Ph.D. from USC, Spencer’s dedication to hard work came directly from his parents. His early years were spent volunteering at his mother’s preschool and playing basketball.
Dinwiddie went to William Howard Taft High School, where he became a standout player, not just for his school but for the state of California. His dedication and skill on the basketball court were visible from his early days.
Spencer Dinwiddie averaged 7.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 2.3 rebounds per game in his high school career
At Taft High School, Dinwiddie’s talents as a point guard were impressive. He started gaining major attention in his junior year, averaging 5.9 points and 4.1 assists. By his senior year, his averages improved to 11.2 points and 7.7 assists per game.
Year | GD | Team | GP | Pts | PPG | FG% | 3FG% |
10-11 | Sr. | Var | 27 | 303 | 11.2 | 46 | 39 |
09-10 | Jr. | Var | 32 | 189 | 5.9 | 55 | 53 |
08-09 | So. | Var | 19 | 61 | 3.2 | 37 | 30 |
Varsity Total | 78 | 553 | 7.1 | 47 | 42 |
His outstanding performance earned him the “John R. Wooden California High School Player of the Year” title in 2011. Along with fellow 2014 NBA draftee DeAndre Daniels, Dinwiddie led his team to a city championship.