Former FBI Director James Comey is very, very tall ? over two metres tall, or 6?8? - and many media outlets commented on his height during his recent run-in with President Trump.
But to what extent does being very tall improve your chances of becoming a professional basketball player?
In this week?s programme Tim Harford looks at the likelihood that James Comey ? or any very tall person - might make it as a pro in the NBA. He speaks to data scientist Seth Stephens-Davidowitz who has crunched the numbers on height and class to find out who is more likely to make it as a pro baller.
Presenter: Tim Harford Producer: Richard Fenton-Smith
(Picture: Former FBI Director James Comey, Credit: Shutterstock)