Shake Milton, sometimes known as Malik Benjamin Milton, is an American pro basketball player with the Philadelphia 76ers of the NBA.

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Milton, a Georgia native, played basketball professionally at Owasso High School and SMU.

Throughout his high school career, the shooting guard received various honors. He was selected Oklahoma Super 5 Player of the Year, Tulsa World Player of the Year, and Oklahoma Coaches Association ALL-STATE by the honors committee.

He was a part of the US Select Team for the Goodwill Tour in Croatia during his undergraduate career. He was chosen to the AAC All-Rookie First Team and the All-American Athletic Conference Second Team.

Milton began his NBA career with the Philadelphia 76ers despite being selected by the Dallas Mavericks as the 54th overall choice in the 2018 NBA pick.

Quick Facts

Full Name	Malik Benjamin “Shake” Milton
Birth Date	26 September 1996
Birth Place	Savannah, Georgia, United States
Nick Name	Snipershake
Religion	Christianity
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	African-American
Education	Owasso High School and Southern Methodist University
Horoscope	Libra
Father’s Name	Myron Milton
Mother’s Name	Lisa Milton
Siblings	3
Age	26 Years Old
Height	6’5″/1.96 m/196 cm
Weight	93 Kg/205 lb.
Hair Color	Dark Black
Eye Color	Light Black
Build	Muscular
Profession	NBA Player
Professional Career Teams	2 Teams
Active Years in Basketball	7 Years
Sexual Orientation	Straight
Marital Status	Unmarried
Girlfriend’s Name	Information Not Available
Net Worth	$1 million
Salary	$1 .9 million
Merch	Trading Card
Social Media	Twitter, Instagram

 

Early Life, Parents, And Education

Malik Benjamin Milton was born in Savannah, Georgia, on September 26, 1996, to Myron Milton and Lisa Milton. His father, Myron, used to coach AAU basketball.

Myron always wanted his kid to be a basketball player, and Malik has now realized his ambition.

However, he could not see his son play in the NBA because he died when Malik was about 11 years old.

Myron had an unusual enlargement of cardiomyopathy, a cardiac ailment that causes problems in the heart’s ability to pump blood efficiently.

Lisa Milton, Shake’s mother, used to work in Savannah to support her children. Milton has two sisters, Terryn Milton and Valanette Amie, and one brother, Myron Milton Jr.

“When he (Malik) was inside my belly, the doctor asked about him, and I said the child shakes a little,” she told NBC Sports. So, we decided to give him the moniker Shake.”

Education

Milton finished his primary school education at his hometown’s school. As a tiny child, he began playing basketball for his school team.

The shooting guard transferred to Owasso High School to further his education. Despite receiving an invitation from the University of Oklahoma, he committed to Southern Methodist University after graduating from high school in 2015.

Height, Weight, and Body Measurement

The basketball player stands 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 meters) tall. He was born in 1996, making him 26 years old in 2023.

Shake’s wingspan is 7 feet (2.13 meters), which is average for NBA players.

Malik Benjamin maintains his figure by following a balanced diet and exercising daily, and he presently weighs around 93 kg (205 pounds).

Career

During his childhood, Milton was a school basketball team member. After seeing his potential, his father decided to enroll him at Owasso High School to help him develop his skills.

Shake played three seasons at Owasso, and his senior year saw him average 29.7 points and 4.4 assists per game. This was a remarkable record for a high school player.

During his high school career, he was voted Gatorade Player of the Year, Tulsa World Player of the Year, Oklahoma Super 5 Player of the Year, and Oklahoma Coaches Association ALL-STATE.

College Career

 

Milton transferred to Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, in 2016 to play for the Mustangs. He made his squad debut against the team from Oklahoma University.

Shake was named to the AAC All-Rookie First Team in his rookie season after averaging 10.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 30 games.

Milton also went on a Goodwill Tour to Croatia with the US Select Team in 2016 to play friendly basketball.

Milton played 35 games in his second season, averaging 13.0 points, 4.5 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. As a sophomore, he was entitled to the All-American Athletic Conference Second Team.

He was entitled the All-AAC Second Team the following season after averaging 18.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.

NBA Career

After excelling in college basketball, the Dallas Mavericks selected Milton as the 54th overall choice in the 2018 NBA Draft.

However, the Mavericks traded him to the 76ers for the rights to the 56th overall pick, Ray Spalding, and the 60th overall pick, Kostas Antetokounmpo.

Milton then signed a two-way contract with the 76ers and joined their G League affiliate, the Delaware Blue Coats.

Milton made his NBA debut on November 30, 2018, against the Washington Wizards, scoring five points and dishing out two assists.

Milton appeared in 20 games that season, averaging 4.4 points, 0.9 assists, and 1.8 rebounds.

In the 2019-20 season, he got off to a fantastic start when he signed a four-year contract with the 76ers. He did, however, miss the first half of the game owing to an injury.

On January 25, 2020, he made his first career start against the Los Angeles Lakers. In a 136-130 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers in March 2020, he set a career-best with 39 points.

Milton had struggled since the 2021-22 season when he only managed to average 8.2 points per game and 8.5 points per game the following season.

Girlfriend, Personal Life, And Hobbies

Shake Milton is not in a relationship and is currently single. However, detractors said he had been in at least one previous relationship.

The NBA player has no plans to have a girlfriend, as he is just beginning his professional career and wishes to concentrate on his career.

Furthermore, Benjamin is preoccupied with the gameplay and has much to prove. As a busy athlete, meeting the love of his life is difficult – at least for the time being.

Malik Benjamin lives happily with his mother in his residence. Therefore, he is not lonely. He spends more time with and looks after his mother.

He also enjoys reading new literature, swimming, and exercising. He also enjoys fishing and going on solo hikes.

When it comes to food, Benjamin’s favorite cuisine is Italian, and he enjoys eating noodles and spaghetti.

Net Worth and Salary

Milton is one of the team’s highest-paid players. The 76ers are paying him roughly $1.9 million.

After signing a two-way contract deal with the team in 2018, he agreed to a three-year, $4.99 million contract with a club option for 2022.

He made roughly $1.3 million in his first season and has earned more in subsequent seasons.

Milton’s net worth as of 2023 could be approximately $1 million based on his overall earnings from his professional basketball career thus far and some endorsement deals.

Milton dislikes displaying his opulent lifestyle. He prefers to keep things simple. That is why Shake’s admirers adore him.

Social Media Presence

Milton communicates with his fans through social media channels. He posts travel diaries and game snippets and replies to his fans on Instagram.

His Twitter, on the other hand, is unique. It’s full of basketball diaries. Milton, on the other hand, does not have a Facebook account.

Shake also backed the BlackLivesMatter movement, which was sparked by the death of George Floyd. He felt compelled to express his sorrow as an African-American.

He can be found on Instagram as @snipershake and on Twitter as @SniperShake.

• Instagram: 70k followers

• Twitter: 27.7k followers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shake Milton’s address?

Milton and his family currently reside in Philadelphia.

Shake Milton. Did he have an injury?

The basketball player is not currently hurt. He has, however, had ankle, knee, hip, and finger injuries.

Where did Milton play before joining the 76ers?

So far, he has only played for the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA. He played collegiate basketball for the Mustangs of Southern Methodist University.