Jaden McDaniel is a professional basketball player who is currently playing for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was born and raised in Seattle, Washington, and attended Federal Way High School. His brother is also a basketball player and played alongside him when they were in high school. Both of them became key players for Federal Way to win the Class 4A state championship. in 2 consecutive years.
Early Career
McDaniels was one of the most anticipated players across Washington, as he was included in the USA Today All-USA Washington first-team honors. He also participated in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League and became the top recruit in his class.
He was ranked a 5-star recruit by ESPN and Rivals, that’s why many colleges were offering him scholarships. After thorough decision-making, he ended up committing to Washington University. As a freshman, she scored 13 points on average with 5.3 rebounds per game.
| Team |
Minnesota Timberwolves
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| Position | Power Forward |
| Height / weight | 2.06 m / 84 kg |
| Born | 29 Sep 2000 |
| Nationality |
United States
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| Team History | |
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Minnesota Timberwolves
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2020 - present |
NBA Career
McDaniels joined the 2020 NBA Draft, where she was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers. However, he was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Team History:
- 2020–present - MinnesotaTimberwolves
Achievements:
- McDonald’s All-American
