Last Updated on January 10, 2025 by Mathew Diekhake

Tyler Kolek is an American professional basketball player known for his exceptional playmaking abilities and leadership on the court.

Personal Information:

  • Full Name: Tyler Kolek
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: March 27, 2001
  • Hometown: Cumberland, Rhode Island
  • Height: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 meters)
  • Weight: 195 pounds (88 kilograms)
  • Wingspan: 6 feet 7 inches (201cm)
  • Shoe Size: Size 12 (US)

Basketball Career:

  • Position: Guard
  • Jersey Number: 13
  • High School:
    • St. George’s School, Middletown, Rhode Island:
      • Named the 2020 NEPSAC Class B Player of the Year after leading his team to a 23-4 overall record and the 2020 Independent School League Championship.
      • As a junior, he was named the 2019 Rhode Island Gatorade Player of the Year.
  • College:
    • George Mason University (2020–2021):
      • Averaged 10.8 points per game and led the team in assists and three-point field goals made during his freshman year.
    • Marquette University (2021–2024):
      • Led the NCAA in assists during his junior year, averaging 15.3 points per game.
      • Named Big East Player of the Year as a junior.
  • NBA Draft:
    • Selected 34th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft by the New York Knicks.
  • Professional Career:
    • New York Knicks (2024–present):
      • Signed a four-year, $9.06 million contract with the Knicks.
      • Praised for his work ethic and professionalism during training camp and preseason games.

Personal Life:

  • Parents: Kevin and Lynn Kolek.
  • Siblings: Brother, Brandon, played basketball at Franklin Pierce University.
  • Children: None.

Kolek’s journey from Rhode Island to the NBA is marked by his dedication, leadership, and exceptional playmaking skills, making him a promising talent in professional basketball.