Javonte Green facts for kids
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Green with Trieste in 2018
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| No. 4 – New Orleans Pelicans | |
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| Power forward / small forward | |
| Personal information | |
| Born | July 23, 1993 Petersburg, Virginia, U.S. |
| Nationality | American / Montenegrin |
| High school | Brunswick (Lawrenceville, Virginia) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Listed weight | 213 lb (97 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Radford (2011–2015) |
| NBA Draft | 2015 / Undrafted |
| Pro career | 2015–present |
| League | NBA |
| Career history | |
| 2015–2016 | Peixegalego |
| 2016–2018 | Trieste |
| 2018–2019 | ratiopharm Ulm |
| 2019–2021 | Boston Celtics |
| 2021–2023 | Chicago Bulls |
| 2023–2024 | Santa Cruz Warriors |
| 2024 | Chicago Bulls |
| 2024–present | New Orleans Pelicans |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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Javonte Green (born July 23, 1993) is a professional basketball player. He plays for the New Orleans Pelicans in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Javonte is from the United States and also has Montenegrin citizenship. Before joining the NBA, he played college basketball for the Radford Highlanders.
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Growing Up and High School Basketball
Javonte Green was born in Petersburg, Virginia. When he was 12, he moved to live with his aunt in Alberta, Virginia. He went to Brunswick High School in Lawrenceville. There, he played basketball under coach Bryant Stith, a former NBA player.
In his final year of high school, Javonte was a star player. He scored about 18.6 points and grabbed 5.8 rebounds per game. He also helped his team, the Bulldogs, win the state championship. He was named one of Virginia's best players that year. Javonte also played football in high school as a quarterback. He even got a scholarship offer to play football at James Madison University. However, he chose to play basketball at Radford University, which was the only top college basketball program to offer him a scholarship.
College Basketball Journey
Javonte played basketball for the Radford Highlanders for four seasons. He started playing right away in his first year, scoring 10.2 points and getting 6.7 rebounds per game. He was recognized as one of the best new players in the Big South Conference.
In his second year, he led his team in scoring and rebounding. By his third year, he was named to the First Team All-Big South. He also set a school record for steals with 68. In his senior year, he continued to play well, averaging 15.4 points and nine rebounds. He was again named First Team All-Big South and also the conference's best defensive player.
Javonte finished his college career as Radford's all-time leader in rebounds (1,064) and steals (245). He was also second in total points scored (1,911). To honor his amazing career, Radford University retired his number 2 jersey in 2021.
Professional Basketball Career
Playing in Europe
After college, Javonte Green was not chosen in the 2015 NBA draft. However, he signed with Marín Peixegalego in Spain's third division in 2015. He had a great first year, averaging 18 points and earning the league's Most Valuable Player award.
In 2016, Javonte moved to Italy and signed with Pallacanestro Trieste. He played there for two seasons, showing off his skills by scoring many points and getting lots of steals. After his time in Italy, he joined ratiopharm Ulm in Germany in 2018. He continued to play well and was even chosen to play in the 2019 BBL All-Star Game.
Joining the NBA: Boston Celtics
Javonte Green got a chance to play for the Boston Celtics in the 2019 NBA Summer League. He impressed the team and signed a two-year contract with them. He made his NBA debut on October 25, 2019, becoming the first player from Radford University to play in an NBA game.
He scored his first NBA points on November 7, 2019, against the Charlotte Hornets, finishing with 12 points. In August 2020, he had a minor knee surgery and missed the playoffs. His son was born the very next day!
Chicago Bulls and Santa Cruz Warriors
In March 2021, Javonte was traded to the Chicago Bulls. He re-signed with the Bulls later that year. In January 2023, he had another knee procedure. He returned to play a few games for the Bulls in March.
In October 2023, he briefly signed with the Golden State Warriors before joining their G League team, the Santa Cruz Warriors.
Return to Chicago and New Orleans Pelicans
Javonte signed a short contract to return to the Chicago Bulls in March 2024. On April 5, 2024, he had his best game ever, scoring 25 points and grabbing 13 rebounds in a win against the New York Knicks. In August 2024, he signed with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Playing for His Country
Javonte Green is a citizen of both the United States and Montenegro. He started playing for the Montenegro national basketball team in 2017. He played in the qualifiers for the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup, where he averaged 11 points and four steals per game.
Career Statistics
Here are some of Javonte Green's basketball statistics from his time in the NBA and college. These numbers show how well he has played throughout his career.
NBA
Regular Season Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2019–20 | Boston | 48 | 2 | 9.7 | .500 | .273 | .667 | 1.9 | .5 | .5 | .2 | 3.4 |
| 2020–21 | Boston | 25 | 2 | 13.8 | .549 | .318 | .667 | 2.1 | .4 | .7 | .1 | 4.2 |
| Chicago | 16 | 0 | 8.0 | .452 | .375 | 1.000 | 1.2 | .4 | .6 | .3 | 2.6 | |
| 2021–22 | Chicago | 65 | 45 | 23.4 | .542 | .356 | .833 | 4.2 | .9 | 1.0 | .5 | 7.2 |
| 2022–23 | Chicago | 32 | 1 | 15.0 | .565 | .371 | .667 | 2.8 | .7 | .8 | .7 | 5.2 |
| 2023–24 | Chicago | 9 | 5 | 25.6 | .600 | .370 | .769 | 7.4 | .6 | 1.1 | .9 | 12.2 |
| Career | 195 | 55 | 16.3 | .541 | .345 | .754 | 3.1 | .7 | .8 | .4 | 5.4 | |
Play-in Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2024 | Chicago | 2 | 0 | 20.1 | .692 | .333 | .750 | 4.5 | 3.5 | 1.5 | .0 | 11.0 |
| Career | 2 | 0 | 20.1 | .692 | .333 | .750 | 4.5 | 3.5 | 1.5 | .0 | 11.0 | |
Playoff Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2020 | Boston | 1 | 0 | 6.0 | .500 | .500 | — | 1.0 | .0 | .0 | .0 | 3.0 |
| 2022 | Chicago | 5 | 1 | 14.4 | .176 | .000 | .500 | 3.0 | .4 | 1.8 | .0 | 1.4 |
| Career | 6 | 1 | 13.0 | .211 | .125 | .500 | 2.7 | .3 | 1.5 | .0 | 1.7 | |
College Stats
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 2011–12 | Radford | 32 | 22 | 22.0 | .467 | .194 | .618 | 6.7 | .6 | 1.4 | .5 | 10.2 |
| 2012–13 | Radford | 32 | 32 | 27.7 | .504 | .192 | .592 | 8.1 | 1.3 | 2.1 | .7 | 14.6 |
| 2013–14 | Radford | 35 | 34 | 25.6 | .548 | .343 | .686 | 8.1 | 1.1 | 1.9 | .6 | 16.9 |
| 2014–15 | Radford | 34 | 34 | 26.2 | .544 | .111 | .697 | 9.0 | 1.3 | 1.9 | .9 | 15.4 |
| Career | 133 | 122 | 25.4 | .519 | .238 | .656 | 8.0 | 1.1 | 1.8 | .7 | 14.4 | |
Personal Life
Javonte Green is a family man. He has two daughters and one son.
See also
In Spanish: Javonte Green para niños
