Jaden McDaniels
Basketball player for the Minnesota Timberwolves
Born
September 29th, 2000
24 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 2000, this basketball player gained recognition through a successful collegiate career at the University of Washington. During the 2020 NBA Draft, he was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers before being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. He quickly established himself as a key player for the Timberwolves, known for defensive skills and versatility. Since entering the league, he has shown significant potential as both a scorer and a playmaker.
Selected 28th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft
Plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves
Contributed to the Timberwolves in multiple games with notable performances
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