Jarell Martin

Basketball player with NBA experience

Jarell Martin - Basketball player with NBA experience
Born

May 24th, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional basketball player who played college basketball at Louisiana State University. Entered the NBA Draft in 2015 and was selected in the second round. Played for the Orlando Magic and the Memphis Grizzlies, contributing primarily in forward positions during his professional career. Participated in the NBA Summer League, showcasing abilities in scoring and rebounding.

Selected 25th overall in the 2015 NBA Draft

Played for the Memphis Grizzlies

Competed in the NBA Summer League

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