Ty Jerome’s Parents

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Ty Jerome Parents
Ty Jerome during a Cleveland Cavaliers v Minnesota Timberwolves game

Ty Jerome is a professional basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers and was born on July 8, 1997, in New York City. At 6 feet and 5 inches tall and 195 lbs heavy, he plays at the Shooting Guard/ Point Guard positions. He attended Iona Prep School in New Rochelle New York and achieved All-Conference All-Metropolitan and All-State honors by his junior year. He continued his education at the University of Virginia where he helped lead the Virginia to their 2019 NCAA title. He averaged 9.6 points, 3.7 assists and 3.0 rebounds per game, as per Sports Reference.

He declared for the 2019 NBA Draft and was picked by the Philadelphia 76ers, but was immediately traded to the Phoenix Suns. He has played for multiple NBA teams throughout his career starting with the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Golden State Warriors before joining the Cleveland Cavaliers. He averaged 2.0 points, 0.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game in the 2023-24 season, as per Basketball Reference.

Who are Ty Jerome’s parents?

Ty Jerome was born to Mark Jerome and Melanie Walker in New York City.

Who is Ty Jerome’s father?

Ty Jerome’s father is Mark Jerome, who was also a college basketball player. Growing up, Jerome was coached by his father, who was a “crazy coach”, according to Ty Jerome. Mark Jerome taught him the fundamentals and was strict with him, a fact Jerome appreciates in the later stages of his life, as per NBC Sports.

Who is Ty Jerome’s mother?

Ty Jerome’s mother is Melanie Walker, who was also a college basketball player. According to Jerome, his mother was one of the few white ladies in his games and was full of energy. She was also able to talk about basketball with her son, which helped him develop his game, something not many mothers are able to do, as per NBC Sports.

What nationality are Ty Jerome’s parents?

Ty Jerome’s parents are American by nationality.]

FAQs on Ty Jerome

A. Ty Jerome is 27 years old as of January 2025.

A. Ty Jerome plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA.

A. Ty Jerome has a listed height of 6 feet and 5 inches.

A. Ty Jerome plays at the Shooting Guard/ Point Guard position.

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