Jalen McDaniels facts for kids
McDaniels with San Diego State in 2018
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| No. 6 – Capital City Go-Go | |
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| Small forward | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | January 31, 1998 Seattle, Washington, U.S |
| High school | Federal Way (Federal Way, Washington) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) |
| Listed weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | San Diego State (2017–2019) |
| NBA Draft | 2019 / Round: 2 / Pick: 52nd overall |
| Selected by the Charlotte Hornets | |
| Pro career | 2019–present |
| League | NBA G League |
| Career history | |
| 2019–2023 | Charlotte Hornets |
| 2019–2021 | →Greensboro Swarm |
| 2023 | Philadelphia 76ers |
| 2023–2024 | Toronto Raptors |
| 2024–present | Capital City Go-Go |
| 2025 | Washington Wizards |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Jalen Marquis McDaniels (born January 31, 1998) is an American professional basketball player. He last played for the Washington Wizards in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Before joining the pros, he played college basketball for the San Diego State Aztecs. Jalen is the older brother of fellow basketball player Jaden McDaniels.
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High School Basketball Journey
Jalen McDaniels was born in Seattle, Washington, and grew up in Federal Way, Washington. He went to Federal Way High School, where he played both basketball and football. In his final year of high school, Jalen was considered one of the top basketball players in the country.
He was chosen as a top player for Washington state's Class 4A. During his senior season, he averaged 19 points, 10 rebounds, and four blocked shots per game. His team, Federal Way, had an amazing undefeated season with a 29-0 record. They also won the Class 4A state championship that year.
College Basketball Career
Jalen McDaniels started his college career at San Diego State in 2016. He "red-shirted" his first year, which means he practiced with the team but did not play in games. This allowed him to train and get stronger without using up a year of his college playing eligibility.
In February 2018, he was named the Mountain West Conference player of the week. During his first season playing, he averaged 10.5 points per game. He started 21 out of 33 games for his team. In March 2018, Jalen thought about entering the 2018 NBA draft early. He even worked out for the Cleveland Cavaliers. However, he decided to stay at San Diego State for another year.
As a sophomore, Jalen played even better. He averaged 15.9 points and led his team with 8.3 rebounds per game. In March 2019, he decided to enter the 2019 NBA draft. He was one of 66 players invited to the NBA Draft Combine, where professional teams watch players perform.
Professional Basketball Journey
Starting with the Charlotte Hornets (2019–2023)
The Charlotte Hornets picked Jalen McDaniels as the 52nd player in the 2019 NBA draft. He signed a contract with the Hornets in October 2019. His contract was later changed to a "two-way contract." This type of contract allows a player to play for both an NBA team and its minor league team.
Jalen made his NBA debut on October 25, 2019. He scored two points and grabbed one rebound in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He also spent time playing for the Hornets' minor league team, the Greensboro Swarm, in the NBA G League. On March 9, 2020, he scored a season-high 11 points for the Hornets.
On April 7, 2021, Jalen had a great game, scoring a season-high 21 points. He also had six rebounds, three assists, and two steals in a win against the Oklahoma City Thunder. In October 2021, he scored 16 points in a game against the Orlando Magic. He repeated this 16-point performance in December against the Houston Rockets. On January 16, 2023, Jalen scored a career-high 26 points in a game against the Boston Celtics.
Playing for the Philadelphia 76ers (2023)
On February 9, 2023, Jalen McDaniels was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. This trade involved four different teams. He played his first game for the 76ers on February 11. He scored five points and had five rebounds in a win over the Brooklyn Nets.
Time with the Toronto Raptors (2023–2024)
The Toronto Raptors signed Jalen McDaniels to a multi-year contract on July 6, 2023. He played for the Raptors until June 28, 2024. On that date, he was traded to the Sacramento Kings. However, after playing in two preseason games for the Kings, he was traded again to the San Antonio Spurs in October 2024. He was then released by the Spurs shortly after.
Joining Capital City Go-Go and Washington Wizards (2024–2025)
On November 22, 2024, Jalen signed with the Memphis Hustle. The very next day, he was traded to the Capital City Go-Go. On February 22, 2025, Jalen McDaniels signed a 10-day contract with the Washington Wizards.
Career Statistics
NBA Regular Season Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2019–20 | Charlotte | 16 | 0 | 18.3 | .471 | .375 | .824 | 4.1 | .8 | .5 | .2 | 5.6 |
| 2020–21 | Charlotte | 47 | 18 | 19.2 | .468 | .333 | .703 | 3.6 | 1.1 | .6 | .4 | 7.4 |
| 2021–22 | Charlotte | 55 | 2 | 16.3 | .484 | .380 | .736 | 3.1 | 1.1 | .5 | .4 | 6.2 |
| 2022–23 | Charlotte | 56 | 21 | 26.7 | .447 | .322 | .846 | 4.8 | 2.0 | 1.2 | .5 | 10.6 |
| 2022–23 | Philadelphia | 24 | 3 | 17.5 | .488 | .400 | .824 | 3.2 | .8 | .7 | .2 | 6.7 |
| 2023–24 | Toronto | 50 | 1 | 10.8 | .344 | .169 | .730 | 1.6 | .7 | .4 | .1 | 3.4 |
| 2024–25 | Washington | 4 | 0 | 1.8 | — | — | — | .0 | .3 | .3 | .0 | .0 |
| Career | 252 | 45 | 18.1 | .449 | .322 | .777 | 3.3 | 1.2 | .7 | .3 | 6.7 | |
NBA Playoff Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2023 | Philadelphia | 8 | 0 | 12.7 | .400 | .333 | — | 2.0 | .6 | .1 | .0 | 2.4 |
| Career | 8 | 0 | 12.7 | .400 | .333 | — | 2.0 | .6 | .1 | .0 | 2.4 | |
College Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2017–18 | San Diego State | 33 | 21 | 24.7 | .586 | .211 | .788 | 7.5 | .9 | .8 | .6 | 10.5 |
| 2018–19 | San Diego State | 34 | 34 | 31.0 | .466 | .320 | .732 | 8.3 | 2.1 | 1.1 | .5 | 15.9 |
| Career | 67 | 55 | 27.9 | .504 | .298 | .758 | 7.9 | 1.5 | 1.0 | .5 | 13.2 | |
About Jalen's Family
Jalen McDaniels has a younger brother named Jaden McDaniels. Jaden is also a professional basketball player and plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jaden was a highly-rated player in high school, considered one of the best in the nation. Jalen is also the cousin of former NBA player Juwan Howard.
See also
In Spanish: Jalen McDaniels para niños
