Justin John Champagnie is a professional basketball player, plays for the Washington Wizards as of November 2024 on a two-way deal. Champagnie attended the University of Pittsburgh and played college basketball for the Pittsburgh Panthers, where he completed his collegiate career as a sophomore. He played a total of 53 games, averaging 14.7 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, which earned him a spot on the First Team All-ACC in 2021.
Champagnie forwent his remaining two years of college eligibility to enter the 2021 NBA draft. However, he went undrafted but later signed a two-way contract with the Toronto Raptors in August 2021. He averaged 2.3 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 0.3 assists per game in his rookie season. As of November 5, 2024, Champagnie has played 57 games, scoring 3.2 points, grabbing 2.4 rebounds, and dishing 0.6 assists per game in the NBA. As part of his two-way deal, Champagnie also plays for the Capital City Go-Go in the G-League. He was named to the NBA G League Second Team for the 2023-24 season, scoring 22.1 points and grabbing 8.2 rebounds for the Capital City Go-Go.
Justin Champagnie Nationality
Justin Champagnie holds American nationality. He has a twin brother, Julian Kymani Champagnie, who plays for the San Antonio Spurs, as of November 2024. According to Justin Champagnie college profile, he has one more brother, named Jaylen.
Justin Champagnie Hometown
Justin Champagnie’s hometown is Brooklyn, New York. He attended Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School in Brooklyn. He played 51 games, averaging 12.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game during his high school career according to the Max Preps. He was named to the First Team Class AA All-State and the Slam Dunk to the Beach all-tournament team, according to his college profile
Justin Champagnie Birthplace
Justin Champagnie was born on June 29, 2001, in Brooklyn, New York, United States, to his parents, Ranford and Christina Champagnie. His father, Randford, played soccer for St. John’s University in the 1990s, where he contributed to Johnnies ' victory in the 1996 NCAA Division I National Championship, according to Justin Champagnie's college profile. Ranford Champagnie was also the head coach of soccer at Baruch College from 2004 to 2014.
FAQs on Justin Champagnie
A. Justin Champagnie is 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) tall.
A. Justin Champagnie's jersey number is 9 in Washington Wizards.
A. As of November 2024, Justin Champagnie weighs 206 lbs (93 kg).
A. As of November 2024, Justin Champagnie is playing for the Capital City Go-Go in NBA G League.
