Iman Shumpert

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Early Life and Education

Iman Shumpert, born on June 26, 1990, in Oak Park, Illinois, is an American professional basketball player. He is the son of Odis Shumpert and L'Tanya Shumpert. From a young age, Shumpert showed a keen interest in sports, particularly basketball. He attended Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School in Oak Park, where he played on the same basketball team as future NBA player Evan Turner.

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Birth Date
26 Jun, 1990
Age
29 yrs
Occupations
Basketball player
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Citizenship
United States of America
Birth Place
Oak Park
Education
Oak Park and River Forest High School
Gender
Male
Description
American professional basketball player
Net Worth 2021
30 million

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Shumpert continued his academic and athletic journey at Oak Park and River Forest High School. There, he established himself as a standout basketball player, earning first-team all-state honors and recognition as one of the top 30 high school seniors in the nation. Scout.com ranked him as the No. 15 senior prospect nationally. During his high school career, he led his team to three conference titles and was named Most Valuable Player in both his junior and senior years.

College Career at Georgia Tech

In 2008, Shumpert enrolled at Georgia Tech, where he played for the Yellow Jackets men's basketball team. As a freshman, he became Georgia Tech's fourth-leading scorer, averaging 10.5 points per game. Over his college career, Shumpert continued to develop into a versatile guard known for his defensive prowess and athleticism.

NBA Career and Team Transitions

Shumpert declared for the NBA Draft in 2011 and was selected 17th overall by the New York Knicks. Known for his perimeter defense and energetic play, he quickly became a valued member of the team. He played with the Knicks until being traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2015 as part of a multi-team deal.

While with the Cavaliers, Shumpert played a key role in the team's 2016 NBA Championship victory, offering strong defensive support throughout the playoffs. He remained with the Cavaliers until 2018. That same year, Shumpert was traded to the Sacramento Kings as part of a three-team deal involving the Utah Jazz. He contributed veteran leadership and on-court presence during his tenure with the Kings.


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Last Modified: Dec 2 2024

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