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Treveon Graham (born October 28, 1993) is an American professional basketball player for the Taoyuan Pauian Pilots of the P. League+. He played college basketball for the VCU Rams.

High school career

Graham played high school basketball at St. Mary's Ryken High School in Leonardtown, Maryland for Head Coach Dave Tallman, where as a senior he was named to the Washington Post All-Met team for the Washington D.C. area after averaging 21.5 points and 12 rebounds per game.[1] Graham chose to play for coach Shaka Smart at VCU after also considering Boston College, Clemson, Cincinnati, Cleveland State and Northeastern.[2]

College career

As a freshman at Virginia Commonwealth University, Graham became a part of the Rams' regular rotation and averaged 7.0 points and 3.2 rebounds per game. Prior to the start of his sophomore season, he was chosen by Sports Illustrated as the most likely "breakout sophomore" in the nation, based on statistical analysis of his performance in limited minutes as a freshman.[3] Graham's performance did improve significantly in his second season, raising his averages to 15.1 points and 5.8 rebounds as a full-time starter.[2] His performance was good enough to earn him second team All-Atlantic 10 honors.[4]

Graham with the VCU Rams in 2013

After his sophomore season, Graham was chosen for USA Basketball's entry to the 2013 Summer Universiade in Kazan, Russia. He started 5 games for Team USA, averaging 9.4 points and 6.8 rebounds per game.[5]

Prior to the 2013–14 season, Graham was named first team preseason All-Atlantic 10 as VCU was named the preseason favorite to win the league.[6] VCU entered the season ranked 14th in the preseason AP Poll. The Rams scored a key early season road victory, beating 25th ranked Virginia on November 12 in Charlottesville, Virginia. Graham led all scorers with 22 points, including the game-winning three-pointer with just over a second remaining.[7]

As a senior in 2014–15, Graham averaged 16.2 points and 7.1 rebounds in 33 games.[8] Despite being affected by a lingering ankle injury for large parts of the season, Graham helped VCU in many ways. He led VCU in scoring, rebounding, and three-pointers made. He was also their leading scorer during the A-10 tournament where VCU won their first conference tournament in the Atlantic 10 despite qualifying as the fifth seed.

During Graham's college career he averaged 13.4 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 25.4 minutes per game.[9]

Professional career

Idaho Stampede (2015–2016)

After going undrafted in the 2015 NBA draft, Graham joined the San Antonio Spurs for the 2015 NBA Summer League.[10] On August 17, 2015, he signed with the Utah Jazz.[11] However, he was later waived by the Jazz on October 20 after appearing in two preseason games.[12] On November 1, he was acquired by the Idaho Stampede of the NBA Development League as an affiliate player of the Jazz.[13] In 46 games for the Stampede in 2015–16, he averaged 15.7 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game.[14]

Charlotte Hornets (2016–2018)

In July 2016, Graham joined the Orlando Magic white team for the Orlando Summer League[15] and the Utah Jazz for the Las Vegas Summer League. On July 26, 2016, he signed with the Charlotte Hornets.[16] In his second game for the Hornets on November 7, 2016, Graham scored his first NBA points when he knocked down a three-pointer from the left wing during a 122–100 win over the Indiana Pacers.[17] On April 10, 2017, he scored a career-high 14 points in an 89–79 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.[18] On June 29, 2018, the Hornets announced that they would decline a qualifying offer to Graham, making him a free agent.[19]

Brooklyn Nets (2018–2019)

On July 30, 2018, Graham signed with the Brooklyn Nets.[20] On the season, Graham appeared in 35 games, scoring 5.3 points per game. During the season, he was sidelined for two months with a hamstring injury. Graham did a rehab stint with the Long Island Nets before returning to Brooklyn.[21]

Minnesota Timberwolves (2019–2020)

On July 7, 2019, Graham was sent to the Golden State Warriors as part of a trade package for Kevin Durant.[22] The following day, Graham and Shabazz Napier were traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for the draft rights to Lior Eliyahu.[23]

Atlanta Hawks (2020)

On January 16, 2020, Graham, along with Jeff Teague, was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Allen Crabbe.[24]

Long Island Nets (2022–2023)

On January 25, 2022, Graham was acquired off waivers by the Long Island Nets.[25]

Montreal Alliance (2023)

On May 2, 2023, Graham signed with the Montreal Alliance of the Canadian Elite Basketball League.[26] With Montreal, Graham averaged 14.6 points and 9.3 rebounds per game. He finished second in the CEBL in rebounding behind Simi Shittu of the Calgary Surge.[27]

Motor City Cruise (2023–2024)

On October 21, 2023, Graham signed with the Detroit Pistons,[28] but was waived the same day.[29] Nine days later, he joined the Motor City Cruise.[30] However, he was waived on January 26, 2024.[31]

Taoyuan Pauian Pilots (2024–present)

On February 7, 2024, Graham signed with the Taoyuan Pauian Pilots of the P. League+.[32]

Career statistics

Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high

NBA

Regular season

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2016–17 Charlotte 27 1 7.0 .475 .600 .667 .8 .2 .2 .0 2.1
2017–18 Charlotte 63 2 16.7 .434 .412 .695 1.9 .9 .5 .0 4.3
2018–19 Brooklyn 35 21 20.4 .335 .297 .818 3.1 1.0 .4 .2 5.3
2019–20 Minnesota 33 20 20.1 .354 .241 .730 3.0 .9 .5 .1 5.2
2019–20 Atlanta 22 0 12.1 .373 .351 .474 2.3 .7 .3 .2 3.3
Career 180 44 16.0 .383 .333 .691 2.2 .8 .4 .1 4.2

Playoffs

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2019 Brooklyn 5 0 15.8 .200 .000 .500 2.2 .6 .4 .2 1.4

College

Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2011–12 VCU 36 0 16.8 .389 .313 .633 3.2 .6 .8 .3 7.0
2012–13 VCU 36 36 27.6 .450 .366 .732 5.8 1.6 .9 .1 15.1
2013–14 VCU 35 33 28.3 .437 .337 .694 7.0 2.0 .9 .2 15.8
2014–15 VCU 33 33 29.4 .428 .381 .691 7.1 1.6 .6 .3 16.2
Career 140 102 25.4 .432 .354 .691 5.8 1.4 .8 .2 13.4

References

  1. ^ "2010-11 Winter All-Met". Washington Post. April 8, 2011. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  2. ^ a b "Treveon Graham VCU athletic bio". VCU Rams. Archived from the original on October 28, 2013. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  3. ^ Winn, Luke (September 5, 2012). "Treveon Graham, Andre Hollins to make impact in sophomore season". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  4. ^ "Wyatt, Crews, Weber, Christon Claim Top Men's Basketball Honors". Atlantic 10 Conference. March 12, 2013. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  5. ^ "Twenty-Seventh World University Games -- 2013". USA Basketball. Archived from the original on June 29, 2015. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  6. ^ "VCU Picked to Win A-10 Men's Basketball; 21 Players Earn Preseason Honors". Atlantic 10 Conference. October 8, 2013. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  7. ^ Johnson, Raphielle (November 12, 2013). "Treveon Graham's three-pointer the difference as VCU beats Virginia (VIDEO)". NBCSports.com. Retrieved November 14, 2013.
  8. ^ "Treveon Graham Stats". Sports-reference.com. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
  9. ^ "Treveon Graham Stats | Basketball-Reference.com". Basketball-Reference.com. Retrieved December 3, 2018.
  10. ^ "Spurs Announce 2015 Summer League Rosters for Utah & Las Vegas". NBA.com. July 3, 2015. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
  11. ^ "Jazz Sign Free Agent Treveon Graham". NBA.com. August 17, 2015. Retrieved August 17, 2015.
  12. ^ "Jazz Waive Bryce Cotton and Treveon Graham". NBA.com. October 20, 2015. Retrieved October 20, 2015.
  13. ^ "Idaho Stampede Finalize 2015 Training Camp Roster". OurSportsCentral.com. November 1, 2015. Retrieved November 1, 2015.
  14. ^ "Treveon Graham D-League Stats". Basketball-Reference.com. Retrieved November 7, 2016.
  15. ^ "Magic Announce 2016 Southwest Airlines Orlando Pro Summer League Roster". NBA.com. June 28, 2016. Retrieved July 26, 2016.
  16. ^ "Charlotte Hornets Sign Guard/Forward Treveon Graham". NBA.com. July 26, 2016. Retrieved July 26, 2016.
  17. ^ "Hornets roll over Pacers 122-100 behind strong first half". ESPN.com. November 7, 2016. Retrieved November 7, 2016.
  18. ^ "Bucks brush past Hornets for 89-79 win". ESPN.com. April 10, 2017. Retrieved April 10, 2017.
  19. ^ "Hornets Decline Qualifying Offers To Treveon Graham, Marcus Paige". NBA.com. June 29, 2018. Retrieved June 29, 2018.
  20. ^ "Brooklyn Nets Sign Treveon Graham". NBA.com. July 30, 2018. Retrieved August 28, 2018.
  21. ^ "Shannon Scott records 20 assists and Treveon Graham returns to action in Long Island win". SBNation.com. January 3, 2019. Retrieved July 24, 2019.
  22. ^ "Warriors Acquire All-Star Guard D'Angelo Russell From Brooklyn Nets". NBA.com. July 7, 2019.
  23. ^ "Minnesota Timberwolves Acquire Shabazz Napier and Treveon Graham". NBA.com. July 8, 2019.
  24. ^ "Hawks Acquire Jeff Teague And Treveon Graham From Minnesota In Exchange For Allen Crabbe". NBA.com. January 16, 2020. Retrieved January 16, 2020.
  25. ^ "2021-22 NBA G League Transactions". gleague.nba.com. January 25, 2022. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  26. ^ "NBA Veteran Treveon Graham Signs With Alliance For 2023 Season". CEBL.ca. May 2, 2023. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
  27. ^ "CEBL League Leaders 2023 Season - CEBL Player Stats". www.cebl.ca.
  28. ^ Pistons PR [@Pistons_PR] (October 21, 2023). "The @DetroitPistons announced today that the team has signed Treveon Graham, David Nwaba, Nate Roberts and Ryan Turell to Exibit 10 contracts" (Tweet). Retrieved October 30, 2023 – via Twitter.
  29. ^ Adams, Luke (October 21, 2023). "Pistons Sign, Waive David Nwaba, Three Others". HoopsRumors.com. Retrieved October 30, 2023.
  30. ^ Motor City Cruise [@MotorCityCruise] (October 30, 2023). "The engine is revving, and we're ready to roll! Check out the Motor City Cruise training camp roster - we're ready to work! #HustleAndDrive" (Tweet). Retrieved November 8, 2023 – via Twitter.
  31. ^ Motor City Cruise [@MotorCityCruise] (January 26, 2024). "Thank you for your contributions to the Motor City, @TreBall21! OFFICIAL - We have waived Treveon Graham from his contract" (Tweet). Retrieved January 27, 2024 – via Twitter.
  32. ^ "NBA資歷新洋將加入 領航猿目標季後賽". UDN.com (in Chinese). February 7, 2024. Retrieved February 7, 2024.

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