What draft pick was Cody Zeller?

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Cody Zeller

Cody Zeller is an American professional basketball player known for his high basketball IQ and selfless playing style. At 6 feet 11 inches, Zeller has great agility and is known for his rim protection skills.

Born on October 5, 1992, in Washington, Indiana, Zeller was nicknamed “The Big Handsome” in his college days as analysts described him as “the outstanding combination of mobility, scoring instincts and aggressiveness.”

Zeller’s basketball career started at Washington High School, where he helped his team win three Class 3A IHSAA state championships. He was rated as the 13th best recruit coming out of high school in 2011 by ESPN and decided to commit to Indiana University for college.

Cody Zeller Draft
Cody Zeller

Cody Zeller Draft

Cody Zeller was picked fourth overall in the first round of the 2013 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Bobcats (now Hornets). He has since played for the Portland Trail Blazers, Miami Heat, and now the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Cody Zeller is currently playing as a backup center for the New Orleans Pelicans. He is set to earn $3.1 million for the 2023/24 season. As of February 2024, he is averaging 8.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game over 545 regular season games in his career.

FAQ's On Cody Zeller Draft Pick

A. After the end of the 2023/24 season, Zeller would have earned over $78 million from his NBA contracts till date.

A. Cody Zeller was born on October 5, 1992, and is 31 years old as of February 2024.

A. Cody Zeller played two seasons for Indiana University. In 72 games, he averaged 16.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.2 blocks per game.

A. Cody Zeller stands at a height of 6 feet 11 inches (2.11 meters).

A. Cody Zeller plays as a center for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA.

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