MEET THE GUARDIANS OF THE GAME.
Dedric Taylor
OFFICIAL #21
| NBA Experience | 9th season |
|---|---|
| Born | November 14, 1975 (Miami, Fla.) |
| Resides | Miami, Fla. |
| High School | North Miami Beach (Miami, Fla.) |
| College | Florida International University |
Dedric Taylor has officiated 451 regular-season games and three playoff games in eight seasons as an NBA staff official.
Taylor joined the full-time NBA staff after four seasons as a referee in the NBA G League. He officiated in numerous collegiate conferences, including the SEC, Conference USA, Sun Belt, Southern, Mid-Eastern Athletic and Atlantic Sun.
Previously, Taylor worked as an Athletic Specialist for the City of North Miami Beach Parks & Recreation Department. He was also a UPS driver for 13 years.
Taylor enjoys fishing and playing golf.
Fun Facts
| Favorite TV Show | Good Times |
|---|---|
| Favorite Movie | Crash |
| Favorite Musician | Michael Jackson |
| Favorite Book | Tears We Cannot Stop |
| Favorite Meal | Breakfast |
| Favorite App | Candy Crush |
| Would Most Like To Visit | Africa |
| Bucket List | Sky Diving |
| Hidden Talent | Play the trumpet and juggling |