Kaylor Kelley is a professional basketball player who plays in the NBA as a power forward for the New Orleans Pelicans as of April 2025. Kelley attended Northwest Christian University and averaged 8.6 points and 8.8 rebounds in his 2016-17 season. After studying for two years in the Northwest, he enrolled at Lane Community College and played for their college team. Kelley was named to the NWAC All-Defensive Team after averaging 9.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. He joined the Oregon State Beavers men’s basketball team, which represents Oregon State University, as a junior and played in the Pac-12. He played 62 games for the Beavers, starting in 56 and averaging 9.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game, as per his college roster. Kelley was named to the two-time Pac-12 All-Defensive Team.
Kelley went undrafted in the 2020 NBA draft but joined the Austin Spurs of the NBA G League. Kelley played with many different teams in his professional basketball career in various leagues. He signed a contract and played for the Bakken Bears in 2022, which is a Danish professional basketball club. He was also a player for the Calgary Surge, which played in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. Kelly signed a 10-day contract with the Pelicans on April 3, 2025. As of April 16, 2025, he has appeared in three games for the Pelicans, posting 10 points and 18 rebounds, as per ESPN.
What is Kaylor Kelley's nationality?
Kaylor Kelley holds American nationality. He was born in Utah, United States, to Jeff Kelley and Shandel Howell. Kelley's father, Jeff Kelley, played college basketball for the Boise State Broncos men’s basketball team. His mother, Shandel Howell, was a former high school player who coached him during his early playing career.
Kaylor Kelley's Hometown
Kaylor Kelley’s hometown is Gervais, Oregon, as per his college profile. He attended Gervais High School in Gervais, Oregon, where he averaged 15.9 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 7.8 blocked shots per game as a senior, as per his college roster. Kelley was named PacWest Player of the Year for his performances as a senior. He also holds the record for most career blocked shots with 329 blocked shots for his high school.
Kaylor Kelley's Birthplace
Kaylor Kelley was born to Jeff Kelley and Shandel Howell on August 26, 1997, in Logan, Utah, United States.
FAQs on Kylor Kelley
A. Kylor Kelley has two brothers, Konnor and Krishaun.
A. As of November 2024, Kylor Kelley is 27 years old.
A. Kylor Kelley is 7 feet 0 in (2.13 m) tall.
A. Kylor Kelley wears jersey number 50 in the South Bay Lakers as of November 2024.
