A. J. Hammons facts for kids
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| Born | August 27, 1992 Gary, Indiana, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
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| Listed height | 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m) |
| Listed weight | 260 lb (118 kg) |
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| College | Purdue (2012–2016) |
| NBA Draft | 2016 / Round: 2 / Pick: 46th overall |
| Selected by the Dallas Mavericks | |
| Pro career | 2016–2018 |
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| 2016–2017 | Dallas Mavericks |
| 2016–2017 | →Texas Legends |
| 2017–2018 | Sioux Falls Skyforce |
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Aaron Jarrell Hammons, born on August 27, 1992, is an American who used to play professional basketball. He played college basketball for Purdue University. After college, he was chosen by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2016 NBA draft. He was the 46th player picked overall that year.
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High School Basketball Journey
A. J. Hammons started his high school basketball career at Carmel High School in Indiana. During his second year there, he showed great skill. He averaged 8.3 points and 7.8 rebounds per game. His strong performance earned him a special mention from the Associated Press.
Moving to Oak Hill Academy
For his junior year, Hammons moved to Oak Hill Academy. This school is well-known for its basketball program. In his senior year at Oak Hill, he continued to develop his game. He averaged 7.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 4.0 blocks per game.
Top Recruit Status
When A. J. Hammons finished high school, he was considered a top basketball recruit. Both Scout.com and Rivals.com, which are websites that rank young athletes, gave him a four-star rating. This showed that many people believed he had a bright future in basketball.
College Career at Purdue
A. J. Hammons played college basketball for the Purdue Boilermakers. He quickly made an impact on the team.
Freshman and Sophomore Success
In his first year at Purdue, Hammons was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team. He averaged 10.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game. During his second year, his performance improved even more. He averaged 10.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks per game. He also received an Honorable Mention All-Big Ten award and was named to the Big Ten All-Defensive Team.
Junior and Senior Year Achievements
As a junior, Hammons was named to the second-team All-Big Ten. He also earned a spot on the Big Ten All-Defensive Team again. His senior season was his best. He averaged 15.0 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.5 blocks, and 1.1 assists per game. He also shot very well, making 59.2% of his shots.
In 2016, he was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year. He also made the first-team All-Big Ten and the Big Ten All-Defensive Team for the third time. Hammons was even considered for the Naismith Trophy, an award for the best college player. He was also one of the top five finalists for the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award, which recognizes the best center in college basketball.
Professional Basketball Journey
After a successful college career, A. J. Hammons moved on to play professional basketball.
Time with the Dallas Mavericks (2016–2017)
On June 23, 2016, the Dallas Mavericks chose Hammons in the NBA draft. He was the 46th player picked overall. He officially signed with the Mavericks on July 8, 2016. He then joined the team for the Las Vegas Summer League, where new players get to show their skills.
During his first season, Hammons also spent time playing for the Texas Legends. The Legends are a team in the NBA G League, which is like a development league for the NBA. This allowed him to get more playing time and experience. With the Mavericks, he scored 9 points in three different games. He also had a season-best 7 rebounds in a game against the San Antonio Spurs on April 7, 2017.
Playing for the Sioux Falls Skyforce (2017–2018)
On July 7, 2017, Hammons was traded to the Miami Heat. This trade involved Josh McRoberts, a future draft pick, and some money. Hammons did not play in any games for the Miami Heat. Instead, he spent most of his time playing for the Sioux Falls Skyforce. The Skyforce is another team in the NBA G League. The Heat later waived Hammons on February 8, 2018.
About A. J. Hammons' Life
A. J. Hammons is the son of Tyrone and Alfreda Hammons. He also has a brother named Tyrone Jr. While he was in college, he studied organizational leadership and supervision. This field helps people learn how to lead and manage groups effectively.
See also
In Spanish: A. J. Hammons para niños
