Jerami Grant

Basketball player for the Detroit Pistons

Jerami Grant - Basketball player for the Detroit Pistons
Born

March 12th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional basketball player started career in the NBA after being selected 39th overall in the 2014 NBA Draft by the Philadelphia 76ers. Played for multiple teams including the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets, contributing to playoff runs. Joined the Detroit Pistons in 2020 as a key player and has established a reputation for scoring and defensive versatility. Represented the United States in international competitions, notably winning a gold medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Played for the Philadelphia 76ers, Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets, and Detroit Pistons

Won a gold medal with Team USA at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics

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