Jake LaRavia's Journey as Basketball Player

21 years old Jake LaRavia is an American professional basketball player.

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LaRavia plays for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association.

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Jake LaRavia played basketball for Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis.

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LaRavia was named to the All-Newcomer and All-Freshman Teams in the Missouri Valley Conference.

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He played college basketball for the Indiana State Sycamores and the Wake Forest Demon Deacons.

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On March 29, 2022, LaRavia declared for the 2022 NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility.

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LaRavia was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves with the 19th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft.

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In his Summer League debut, LaRavia scored thirteen points in a 103–99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

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Star player of the Grizzlies, Jake is not married and has not disclosed his relationship status yet.

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