WEB Player from Puerto Rico in the NBA
Stats from the 2024-2025 season
The 2024-2025 NBA season was a historic one for Puerto Rican players. For the first time ever, three Puerto Ricans were named to the All-Star team: Jose Alvarado, Gian Clavell, and Tremont Waters. Alvarado also won the NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award, becoming the first Puerto Rican to win a major NBA award.
In addition to the All-Stars, several other Puerto Rican players had standout seasons. Jaren Jackson Jr. averaged 20 points and 10 rebounds per game for the Memphis Grizzlies, while Karl-Anthony Towns averaged 25 points and 12 rebounds per game for the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The success of Puerto Rican players in the NBA is a testament to the growing popularity of basketball in Puerto Rico. The island nation has produced a number of talented players over the years, and the future looks bright for Puerto Rican basketball.
WEB Players From Puerto Rico That Play or Have Played in the NBA
- Jose Alvarado
- Gian Clavell
- Tremont Waters
- Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Karl-Anthony Towns
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