Spencer Hawes is a former professional basketball player from the United States. Born on April 28, 1989, in Seattle, Washington, he played as a center and was known for his height and skills on the court. Hawes played college basketball at the University of Washington before entering the NBA. During his career, Hawes was selected in the second round of the 2007 NBA Draft by the Sacramento Kings. He went on to play for several teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers, Charlotte Bobcats, and Milwaukee Bucks. After retiring from professional basketball, he has been involved in various basketball-related activities.