Where is Mike James from?

Last Modified Oct 11, 2024 07:27 GMT
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Mike James is a basketball guard for the North Carolina State Wolfpacks, as of 2024. Previously playing for the Louisville Cardinals, James entered the NCAA transfer portal in April 2024 and made his move to NC State. Graduating in 2021 from Oak Ridge High School as a four-star recruit, he rejected NC State's offer among others to enroll with Lousiville. In his redshirt sophomore year, James played in all 32 games for Louisville in 2023–24, finishing with averages of 12.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game.

James was ranked ninth in the ACC in terms of minutes played (33.3) and tenth in terms of free throw percentage (81.8%). In a win over Miami, James scored in double figures 22 times, including a career-high 26 points. He did, however, redshirt his rookie season because of an Achilles tear. As a redshirt freshman in 2022–23, James averaged 10.1 points and 3.3 rebounds per game, with two season-high scoring performances of 24 points. He was named to the ACC All-Academic Team and ACC Rookie of the Week.

Mike James’ Hometown

Mike James was born and raised in Orlando, Florida, in the United States. He was born on September 9, 2002. Mike James has two older sisters, Daesha and Mikayla, and is the son of Serena and Douglas James. As per Louisville Cardinals, he pursued sports administration during his time at the University of Louisville.

James went to Oak Ridge High School, where he was named the 2020–21 Orlando Sentinel Boys Basketball Player of the Year and the winner of Florida's Class 7A Player of the Year. He was named to the 7A State All-Tournament squad and the First Team All-State after averaging 18.5 points and 6.1 rebounds in his junior year of play. He also shot 58% from the field and contributed 19.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game to lead Oak Ridge to a 23-2 record and the Florida 7A semifinals. He was ranked No. 66 nationally in the Class of 2021 and was a consensus four-star recruit by 247Sports, ESPN, and Rivals.com, according to NC State Wolfpack’s website.

Mike James’ Nationality

Mike James’ nationality is American. He was born and raised in Orlando, Florida, U.S.

FAQs on Mike James

A. Mike James was raised in Orlando, Florida, in the United States.

A. Mike James stands 6 feet 5 inches or 195 cm tall.

A. Mike James attended Oak Ridge High School in Orlando, Florida. 

A. Yes, Mike James transferred to North Carolina State University for the 2024-2025 academic year via the transfer portal.

A. The parents of Mike James are Serena and Douglas James. 

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