NBA Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady's son Laymen McGrady makes major college career decision

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Laymen McGrady, son of Naismith Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady, has officially committed to play college basketball at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The 6-foot-4 guard is known for his sharp shooting from beyond the arc and his gritty defensive play — a style distinct from his father’s high-flying athleticism.

While Tracy McGrady’s path to the NBA was different — a seven-time All-Star, two-time scoring champion, and a 2017 Hall of Fame inductee — Laymen has taken a more methodical path.

Unlike his father, who leaped straight from high school to the NBA as the ninth overall pick in the 1997 draft, Laymen will be refining his game in the collegiate ranks.

During his senior season at Mount Zion Christian, Tracy McGrady averaged an astounding 27.5 points, 8.7 rebounds, 7.7 assists, 2.8 steals and 2.0 blocks per game. Over his 938-game NBA career, he posted averages of 19.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per contest.

Oral Roberts University, founded in 1963 by televangelist Oral Roberts, is a private evangelical institution with around 5,000 students. The university promotes a holistic education centered on spiritual, intellectual, and physical growth.

Competing in NCAA Division I as the Golden Eagles, ORU is recognized for its iconic campus landmarks such as the Prayer Tower and Mabee Center. Laymen’s decision to join ORU adds to the program’s growing profile, and with his unique blend of skill and pedigree, he’ll look to make his own mark.

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