Jett Howard is an American college basketball player for the University of Michigan Wolverines. Born on September 14, 2003, in Chicago, Illinois, Howard hails from an athletic family. His father, Juwan Howard used to be an NBA player and has brothers who play at the NCAA Division 1 level. Furthermore, he is also related to Jalen McDaniels and Jaden McDaniels who play in the NBA currently. For his freshman and sophomore seasons, Howard went to NSU University School before transferring to IMG Academy for his junior and senior year seasons. The team at NSU was extremely successful featuring both the Howard brothers as well as NBA players Scottie Barnes and Vernon Carey Jr. The team defended the FHSSA Class 5A State championship in the 2018-19 season. Howard attended several USA team minicamps for the Junior National Team and U16 National Team. He also took part in the Jordan Brand Classic and was adjudged MVP of the Allen Iverson Roundball Classic.
Jett Howard’s Parents
Jet Howard was born in the city of Chicago. He grew up in a family filled with athletes. He was born on September 14, 2003, to Juwan Howard and Jenine Wardally. The credit for Jett Howard’s growth as a human being and player must be given to his parents who have given him all the support and exposure that he requires and especially to his father Juwan Howard, whose experience in the NBA and as a coach helped to shape Jett Howard into the player he is today.
Jenine Wardally is an author, singer and businesswoman. She became recognized widely after getting married to Juwan Howard even though she had a thriving career as a singer before her marriage. She is the founder of an organization named The Juice Foundation, which promotes a healthy lifestyle through dietary regulations. She has also contributed to the field of philanthropy along with her husband through different initiatives. Juwan Howard is an ex-NBA champion who played for the Miami Heat alongside Lebron James and is the present Head Coach of the Michigan Wolverine’s Men’s basketball team. He is known to be the first player to sign a $100 million NBA contract after one all-rookie season and one All-star and All NBA season. He has seen much success with the Wolverine’s basketball team, leading the men to the Big Ten championship in the 2020-21 season.
Jett Howard’s Siblings
Jett Howard has one brother by the name of Jace Howard who played with him in his years at the NSU University School. He, along with Jett was part of the team that defended the FHSSA Class 5A State championship in the 2018-19 season. Jett Howard also has two half-brothers who play at the Division 1 level. Their names are Juwan Howard Jr. and Josh Howard. Jett Howard is also second cousins with NBA players Jaden McDaniels and Jasen McDaniels whose mother is the cousin of Juwan Howard.
Jett Howard’s Girlfriend
Jett Howard is not reported to be dating anyone at the moment. As the son of an NBA legend and being related to NBA players and those who have made it big in basketball, he is focusing on getting his basketball career on track at the moment. He has declared for the NBA draft this year which is set to take place on June 22, 2023.
FAQs
A. No, Jace and Jett Howard are not twins. Jace Howard is the older of the two brothers and played with him at NSU University school.
A. Juwan Howard has 6 children of which he shares Jett Howard and Jace Howard with his wife Jenine Wardally. His other children are named Juwan Howard Jr., Joshua Howard, Sky Howard and Starr Howard.
A. NBA legend Juwan Howard is married to Jenine Wardally. She is a singer, author, entrepreneur and Instagram influencer.