Craig Porter Jr's Nationality

Last Modified Mar 27, 2025 06:37 GMT
Craig Porter Jr. Nationality
Craig Porter Jr. during a Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons match (Source: Getty Images)

Craig Porter Jr. is a professional basketball player who plays as of March 2025, for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA. He initially attended Vincennes University in 2018 and started his collegiate basketball career with the Vincennes Trailblazer. He led his team to win the NJCAA National Championship in 2019. In 2020, after playing two seasons with the Trailblazers, he committed to Wichita State University and played for the Wichita State Shockers men's basketball team. He was honored as the WSU Varsity Letterman in 2021, 2022, and 2023, and the WSU Most-Improved Player in 2022 as per his college profile.

Porter Jr. remained undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft, however, later on, signed a two-way contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers in July 2023. As of March 19, 2025, he has played 94 games, averaging 4.4 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game in the NBA regular season.

What is Craig Porter Jr.'s nationality?

Craig Porter Jr. holds American nationality. He was born on February 26, 2000.

Where is Craig Porter Jr.'s birthplace?

Craig Porter Jr. was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, U.S. He attended Terre Haute South Vigo High School in his hometown. During high school career, he was named to the Indiana Basketball Coaches Association’s Senior All-State Team and was coached by Maynard Lewis.

Where is Craig Porter Jr.'s hometown?

Craig Porter Jr.'s hometown is Terre Haute, Indiana according to his college profile. He was born to parents, Craig Porter Sr. and Rachel Higginbotham, and has four brothers. He majored in Sports Management at Wichita State University.

Also read: Craig Porter Jr Parents

FAQs on Craig Porter Jr

A. Craig Porter Jr stands  6 feet 1 inches (1.85 m) tall.

A. Craig Porter Jr weighs 180 lbs (82 kg) as of March 2025.

A. As per his college profile, Craig Porter Jr. has four siblings.

A. Craig Porter Jr's jersey number is 9 in Cleveland Cavaliers as of March 2025.

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