Last Updated on January 6, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s detailed information about Jarace Walker:

Basic Information

  • Full Name: Jarace Isaiah Walker
  • Nationality: American
  • Age: Born September 4, 2003
  • Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Physical Attributes

  • Height: 6’8″ (203 cm)
  • Weight: 240 lbs (109 kg)
  • Wingspan: 7’2″
  • Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)

Basketball Career

  • Number: #55
  • Position: Power Forward
  • High School:
    • IMG Academy (Bradenton, Florida)
    • Highlights:
      • McDonald’s All-American (2022)
      • Ranked as a five-star recruit and one of the top players in the 2022 class
  • College: University of Houston (2022–2023)
    • Highlights:
      • AAC Freshman of the Year (2023)
      • Averaged 11.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game
  • NBA Draft: 2023, 1st Round, 8th Overall Pick by the Indiana Pacers
  • Teams Played For:
    • Indiana Pacers (2023–present)
  • Championship Rings: None

Personal Life

  • Kids: None
  • Siblings:
    • Jarace has two older sisters.

Family Background

  • Parents:
    • Father: Horace Walker
    • Mother: Marcia Walker

Jarace credits his family for providing a supportive environment that helped him grow as an athlete and individual.

Fun Facts

  • During his lone season at Houston, he helped the team achieve significant success, including a deep run in the NCAA Tournament.