Alex Karaban, born November 11, 2002, is a power forward, representing the UConn Huskies for the past two seasons. The 6ft 8inch forward started in all but one game for the program in the last two years. Karaban has established himself as a starter for the program and averaged 9.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game in his freshman season. He took over the starting role in his sophomore campaign and averaged a career-high 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game while seeing action in all 39 games.
He was rated as a four-star recruit out of IMG Academy and decided to play for UConn over offers from Penn State, Northwestern, Georgia Tech, Indiana, Iowa State, Iowa, LSU, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Virgin Tech among others. He began his high school career at Algonquin Regional High and spent his sophomore and junior campaigns at New Hampton School. During his junior campaign, Karaban was named the 2020 New Hampshire Gatorade Player of the Year after he averaged 25.8 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.9 blocks per game. After the conclusion of the 2023-24 regular season, Karaban decided to declare for the 2024 NBA Draft but returned to UConn for his junior season.
Name | Alex Karaban |
Age | 21 |
Residence | Southborough, Massachusetts |
Position | Power Forward/ Small Forward |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Source of Wealth | Basketball, Endorsements, Social Media |
Endorsements | CT Scoreboard Podcast, Open Locker, Dunkin', Bleeding Blue For Good and JBL Audio |
Alex Karaban NIL Deal 2024
Alex Karaban has bagged several NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals since he began his journey with the Huskies. As per On3 data, his NIL Deal is valued at $989,000, as of October 2024.
Alex Karaban’s Endorsements
As one of the top power forwards in the country, Alex Karaban signed a few NIL deals during his journey with UConn. He has collaborated with brands like CT Scoreboard Podcast, Open Locker, Dunkin', Bleeding Blue For Good, and JBL Audio since he started his collegiate journey in 2022, per On3.
FAQs on Alex Karaban
A. Alex Karaban plays as a power forward for the UConn Huskies.
A. Alex Karaban has inked deals with CT Scoreboard Podcast, Open Locker, Dunkin', Bleeding Blue For Good and JBL Audio.
A. Alex Karaban went to the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida for one semester.
A. Alex Karaban stands tall at 6ft 8inch (2.03m).