Last Updated on January 10, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake
Kevin McCullar Jr. is an American professional basketball player known for his versatility and defensive prowess.
Personal Information:
- Full Name: Kevin McCullar Jr.
- Nationality: American
- Date of Birth: March 15, 2001
- Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
- Height: 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)
- Weight: 210 pounds (95 kg)
- Wingspan: 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm)
- Shoe Size: Size 15 (US)
Basketball Career:
- Position: Guard
- Jersey Number: 9
- High School: Wagner High School, San Antonio, Texas
- College:
- Texas Tech University (2019–2022):
- Averaged 10.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in his junior year.
- Notable for his defensive skills and versatility on the court.
- University of Kansas (2022–2024):
- Senior Year (2023–2024):
- Averaged 18.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.5 steals per game.
- Named 2024 Third-Team All-American by NABC and First-Team All-Big 12.
- Led the Big 12 in scoring and achieved back-to-back triple-doubles, a first in NCAA history since the 2007-08 season.
- Senior Year (2023–2024):
- Texas Tech University (2019–2022):
- NBA Draft:
- Selected 56th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns; rights traded to the New York Knicks.
- Signed a two-way contract with the Knicks on August 5, 2024.
- Professional Career:
- New York Knicks (2024–present):
- Currently plays for both the Knicks and their G League affiliate, the Westchester Knicks.
- New York Knicks (2024–present):
Personal Life:
- Father: Kevin McCullar Sr., a former Texas Tech football player.
- Siblings: Information not publicly available.
- Children: None.
McCullar Jr. is recognized for his defensive capabilities, versatility, and high basketball IQ, drawing comparisons to players like Josh Hart.