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My Take
Jalen McDaniels is exactly the kind of long, switchable forward the modern NBA covets, and his time in Charlotte showed flashes of a genuine two-way contributor when he got minutes. He's never been a guaranteed rotation lock, which makes him one of those players whose value you only appreciate when you watch the defensive possessions closely rather than the box score. The McDaniels brothers story is fun too; both made it from the Seattle area, with younger brother Jaden becoming the bigger name. I root for journeymen like Jalen who carve out a career on effort and versatility instead of hype.
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Overview
Jalen McDaniels is an American professional basketball player born January 31, 1998, in King County, Washington. He played college basketball at San Diego State University before entering the NBA, where he has played as a forward for teams including the Charlotte Hornets and the Philadelphia 76ers. He is the older brother of NBA player Jaden McDaniels.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Jalen McDaniels
- Name (Japanese)
- ジェイレン・マクダニエルズ
- Reading
- じぇいれん・まくだにえるず
- Born
- January 31, 1998 (age 28)
- Origin
- King County, Washington, United States
- Height
- 208cm
- Occupation
- Basketball player
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Tiger
2. Background
- High school
- Federal Way High School
- University
- San Diego State University
3. Links
4. About this entry
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Frequently asked questions
When was Jalen McDaniels born?
Born January 31, 1998 (age 28).
Where is Jalen McDaniels from?
Jalen McDaniels is from King County, Washington, United States.
What does Jalen McDaniels do?
Jalen McDaniels works as Basketball player.
How tall is Jalen McDaniels?
Jalen McDaniels is 208 cm.
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