Robert Franks is a skilled and versatile American power forward who has established himself as a reliable scoring option for the Adelaide 36ers. Standing at 6’9”, Franks possesses a rare combination of size, shooting touch, and ball-handling ability that makes him a matchup nightmare for opposing defences. His ability to stretch the floor with his three-point shooting while also operating in the post gives Adelaide valuable offensive flexibility.
A product of Washington State University, Franks arrived in the NBL with a reputation as a prolific scorer and has delivered consistently throughout his career in Australia. His basketball IQ and ability to create his own shot have made him one of the more dependable imports in the league.
Career Statistics
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Position | Power Forward |
| Team | Adelaide 36ers |
| Nationality | American |
| Age | 28 |
| Games | 80 |
| Points (PPG) | 18.0 |
| Rating | 80/100 |
Player Profile
Robert Franks is a smooth-scoring power forward whose offensive versatility and floor spacing have been crucial to Adelaide’s game plan. His combination of perimeter shooting, post moves, and rebounding ability makes him a complete frontcourt player, and his consistency as a scorer has cemented his status as one of the 36ers’ most important contributors.