MEET THE GUARDIANS OF THE GAME.
JB DeRosa
OFFICIAL #22
| NBA Experience | 9th season |
|---|---|
| Born | April 14, 1991 (Paducah, Ky.) |
| Resides | Canton, Ohio |
| High School | Glen Oak (Canton, Ohio) |
| College | Malone University '13 |
JB DeRosa has officiated 420 regular-season games and 12 playoff games in eight seasons as an NBA staff official. He made his debut as a playoff official in the 2021-22 season.
DeRosa spent five years as an NBA G League referee, working the Finals in 2016 and 2017.
As a college basketball official, DeRosa worked men’s games from 2014-17 and women’s games from 2009-13. His assignments included games in the Atlantic 10, Big East, Conference USA and SEC.
DeRosa is the son of former NBA official Joe DeRosa. JB began as a referee at age 13, officiating local CYO and recreational league games in northeast Ohio.
DeRosa excelled in track and field in high school and college. During the offseason, he enjoys playing golf and traveling with his wife
Fun Facts
| Favorite TV Show | The Big Bang Theory |
|---|---|
| Favorite Movie | Kingsman Series |
| Favorite Musician | Kenny Chesney |
| Favorite Meal | Salmon and Risotto |
| Would Most Like To Visit | Jost Van Dyke in British Virgin Islands |
| Bucket List | Play golf at Pebble Beach |
| Hidden Talent | Cooking |