The American player from Oregon, U.S. plays at the position of power forward for the Portland Trail Blazers. He has changed four teams over his nine years of NBA career. In 2015, he recorded his career first double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
The Blazers player has decent size with an excellent wingspan which helps him to become a two-way player, confidently playing at the defensive as well as in the offensive end.
Grant's ability to defend multiple positions, score effectively playing the post-game, and his in-game energy made him a respected player in the league. Additionally, He was with the USA squad when the team won the gold medal in the 2020 Olympics.
What teams have Jerami Grant played for?
Philadelphia 76ers (2014-2016)
Jerami Grant started his NBA journey with the Sixers in 2014. He was the 39th overall pick in the second round of the NBA draft and joined the team in the 2014 NBA Summer League and played there for two seasons.
In 2015, Grant's first career double-double came in against the Toronto Raptors. He scored 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Oklahoma City Thunder (2016-2019)
For the next three seasons, Grant was with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He was traded in exchange for Ersan Ilyasova. In 2018, he re-signed with the OKC Nothing much was seen from Grant’s side during these seasons.
Denver Nuggets (2019-2020)
Grant joined the Denver Nuggets in July 2019 and played there for only one season in 2019-2020.
Detroit Pistons (2020-2022)
After COVID-19, as the NBA season continued, Grant signed a contract worth $60 million with the Detroit Pistons. In February 2021, he posted his till then career-high 43 points against the Chicago Bulls and was named the runner-up in the Most improved player award.
In December 2021, he injured his right thumb and therefore, had to undergo surgery to repair the Ulnar Collateral ligament (UCL) and was ruled out from the season for the next six weeks.
Portland Trail Blazers (2022-present)
In 2022, Grant was traded to Portland Trail Blazers. In a 132-129 win against the New York Knicks, Grant scored his till now career high of 44 points.
FAQs
A. The Blazers forward has averaged 20.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in the 2022- 2023 season.
A. In 2012, Jerami Grant went to Syracuse University and played college basketball there.
A. Yes, the Blazers forward is an unrestricted free agent for the 2023-24 season.