Jamaal Franklin facts for kids
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Franklin with the San Diego State Aztecs in 2012
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| No. 19 – Guangzhou Loong Lions | |
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| Shooting guard | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | July 21, 1991 Moreno Valley, California, U.S. |
| High school |
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| Listed height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Listed weight | 196 lb (89 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | San Diego State (2010–2013) |
| NBA Draft | 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 41st overall |
| Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies | |
| Pro career | 2013–present |
| League | CBA |
| Career history | |
| 2013–2014 | Memphis Grizzlies |
| 2014 | →Fort Wayne Mad Ants |
| 2014–2015 | Zhejiang Lions |
| 2015 | Los Angeles D-Fenders |
| 2015 | Denver Nuggets |
| 2015 | Los Angeles D-Fenders |
| 2015–2017 | Shanxi Brave Dragons |
| 2016 | Brujos de Guayama |
| 2017–2019 | Sichuan Blue Whales |
| 2019–2021 | Shanxi Loongs |
| 2021–2022 | Shanghai Sharks |
| 2023 | Converge FiberXers |
| 2025–present | Guangzhou Loong Lions |
| Career highlights and awards | |
Jamaal Eric Franklin, born on July 21, 1991, is an American professional basketball player. He currently plays for the Guangzhou Loong Lions in China's top basketball league, the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA).
Before turning pro, Jamaal played college basketball for San Diego State. He was named the best player in the Mountain West Conference and an All-American during his third year there. The Memphis Grizzlies picked him in the 2013 NBA draft as the 41st player overall. He played two seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA) with the Grizzlies and the Denver Nuggets.
Franklin played eight seasons in the Chinese Basketball Association from 2014 to 2022. He also played in the NBA Development League, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines.
Contents
- Early Life and Family
- High School Basketball Career
- College Basketball Journey
- Professional Basketball Career
- Time with Memphis Grizzlies (2013–2014)
- Playing in China: Zhejiang Lions (2014–2015)
- Return to the D-League (2015)
- Short Stint with Denver Nuggets (2015)
- Second Time in the D-League (2015–2016)
- More Success in China: Shanxi Brave Dragons (2015–2016)
- Playing in Puerto Rico (2016)
- Third Time in China (2016–2017)
- Sichuan Blue Whales (2017–2019)
- Shanxi Loongs (2019–2021)
- Shanghai Sharks (2021–2022)
- Converge FiberXers (2023)
- Guangzhou Loong Lions (2025–present)
- Career Statistics
- Personal Life
- See also
Early Life and Family
Jamaal Franklin was raised by his mother, Felicia Price. When he was eight years old, they moved from Los Angeles to a quiet town called Phelan, California.
High School Basketball Career
Franklin played basketball for four years at Serrano High School in Phelan. After that, he spent a year at Westwind Prep in Phoenix, Arizona.
During his senior year at Serrano, he was the top scorer in California, averaging 31.7 points per game. He was also chosen twice for the All-California Interscholastic Federation team. At Westwind Prep, he averaged 18.5 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.
Experts rated Franklin as the 24th-best shooting guard in his class of 2009. He received offers to play college basketball at Long Beach State University and San Diego State University.
Other Sports in High School
Besides basketball, Franklin was a talented athlete in other sports at Serrano High School. He played football as a wide receiver and free safety. He also competed in track and field, where he was a state high jumper.
College Basketball Journey
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Franklin joined San Diego State to play for coach Steve Fisher.
Freshman Year Success (2010-2011)
In his first year, Franklin was part of one of the best seasons in the school's history. With teammates like Kawhi Leonard and Malcolm Thomas, the Aztecs won 34 games and lost only 3. They earned a high #2 seed in the 2011 NCAA Tournament. Franklin played about 8 minutes per game, averaging 2.1 points and 1.9 rebounds.
Sophomore Year Breakthrough (2011-2012)
In his second year, Franklin became a starter because many players from the previous season had left. He stepped up his game, averaging 17.4 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. He helped the Aztecs win a share of the regular-season title and get a #6 seed in the 2012 NCAA Tournament. Franklin was named the Mountain West Player of the Year. He was also recognized as an All-American by the Associated Press.
Junior Year and NBA Draft (2012-2013)
Franklin decided to stay at San Diego State for his junior season in 2012–13. He continued to play well, averaging 16.9 points and 9.5 rebounds in 32 games.
On April 12, 2013, Franklin announced that he would leave college early to enter the NBA draft.
Professional Basketball Career
Time with Memphis Grizzlies (2013–2014)
On June 27, 2013, the Memphis Grizzlies chose Franklin as the 41st pick in the 2013 NBA draft. He signed with the Grizzlies on July 26, 2013. During his first year, he also played several games for the Fort Wayne Mad Ants in the NBA Development League.
In July 2014, Franklin played for the Grizzlies in the 2014 NBA Summer League. However, on August 31, 2014, the Grizzlies decided to release him from the team.
Playing in China: Zhejiang Lions (2014–2015)
On October 7, 2014, Franklin signed a two-month contract with the Zhejiang Lions in China's Chinese Basketball Association. He later extended his contract for another month. On November 26, 2014, he scored an amazing 53 points in a game where Zhejiang won 120–112. He left the team on January 5, 2015, after playing 26 games. In those games, he averaged 28.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.6 assists, and 1.9 steals per game.
Return to the D-League (2015)
On January 21, 2015, Franklin joined the Los Angeles D-Fenders in the NBA Development League. On February 21, he had one of his best games, scoring 27 points and grabbing 13 rebounds.
Short Stint with Denver Nuggets (2015)
On April 12, 2015, Franklin signed with the Denver Nuggets. He played his first game for them that same day, helping them win 122–111. On July 13, 2015, the Nuggets released him.
Second Time in the D-League (2015–2016)
On August 29, 2015, Franklin signed with the Guangdong Southern Tigers in China, but he left before playing any games. On December 4, he rejoined the Los Angeles D-Fenders.
More Success in China: Shanxi Brave Dragons (2015–2016)
On December 18, Franklin left the D-Fenders and signed with the Shanxi Brave Dragons (also known as Shanxi Zhongyu) in China. On January 10, 2016, Franklin had an incredible game with 44 points, 10 rebounds, and 20 assists in a 133–123 win. He was a dominant player in the Chinese Basketball Association. In 19 games, he averaged a triple-double with 33.9 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 10.3 assists, plus 3.3 steals and 1.5 blocks.
Playing in Puerto Rico (2016)
On April 5, 2016, Franklin signed with Brujos de Guayama in Puerto Rico's top basketball league. He left the team later that month after playing only four games.
Third Time in China (2016–2017)
In May 2016, Franklin signed again with the Shanxi Brave Dragons for the 2016–17 season. On November 14, 2016, Franklin scored 61 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists in a 125–104 win. This was the first time a player had a 60-point triple-double in the history of the CBA!
Sichuan Blue Whales (2017–2019)
In July 2017, Franklin signed with the Sichuan Blue Whales. He signed with them again in August 2018.
Shanxi Loongs (2019–2021)
On July 29, 2019, Franklin agreed to rejoin the Shanxi team, which had changed its name to the Shanxi Loongs. On December 10, 2019, Franklin achieved a rare quadruple-double. He had 42 points, 12 rebounds, 12 assists, and 10 steals in a close game. He averaged 30.1 points, 9.5 rebounds, 10.1 assists, 2.3 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. He signed with the team again on September 12, 2020.
Shanghai Sharks (2021–2022)
In October 2021, Franklin joined the Shanghai Sharks in the Chinese Basketball Association. He played 40 games for the Sharks during the 2021–22 season. He started the 2022–23 season with them but left after nine games.
Converge FiberXers (2023)
On January 25, 2023, Franklin signed with the Converge FiberXers in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). He joined them for the 2023 PBA Governors' Cup.
Later, on July 28, 2023, Franklin signed with the Adelaide 36ers in Australia's NBL for the 2023–24 season. However, he was released by the 36ers on September 25, 2023, before the season officially started.
Guangzhou Loong Lions (2025–present)
On March 4, 2025, Franklin signed with the Guangzhou Loong Lions of the Chinese Basketball Association.
Career Statistics
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| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
NBA Regular Season
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2013–14 | Memphis | 21 | 0 | 7.7 | .410 | .455 | 1.000 | 1.1 | .3 | .2 | .1 | 1.9 |
| 2014–15 | Denver | 3 | 0 | 4.3 | .500 | .500 | – | .7 | 1.0 | .0 | .3 | 1.0 |
| Career | 24 | 0 | 7.3 | .415 | .462 | 1.000 | 1.0 | .4 | .2 | .1 | 1.8 | |
NBA Playoffs
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2014 | Memphis | 2 | 0 | 2.0 | .000 | – | .500 | .5 | .0 | .0 | .0 | .5 |
| Career | 2 | 0 | 2.0 | .000 | – | .500 | .5 | .0 | .0 | .0 | .5 | |
Personal Life
Jamaal Franklin is the cousin of a famous music producer named Hit-Boy.
See also
In Spanish: Jamaal Franklin para niños
