Josh Jackson

Basketball player and former lottery pick

Josh Jackson - Basketball player and former lottery pick
Born

February 10th, 1997
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks, leading the team to the NCAA Tournament. Selected as the fourth overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns. Played for teams including the Phoenix Suns, Memphis Grizzlies, and Detroit Pistons. Contributed as a forward known for athleticism and defensive skills.

Led Kansas Jayhawks to the NCAA Tournament

Selected fourth overall in the 2017 NBA Draft

Played for the Phoenix Suns and Memphis Grizzlies

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