Terrence Shannon Jr. is an American college basketball player who is a prospect for the NBA. Shannon played for Illinois Fighting Illini at the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign and East Texas Tech. A two-sport athlete taking part in football and basketball, Shannon Jr.’s career in sports kicked off at Lincoln Park High School. After high school, he chose to hone his skills at the IMG Academy as he lacked division 1 offers. By the end of his high school career, Shannon Jr. was a 4-star recruit.
Shannon Jr. initially committed to DePaul University but chose to play for the East Texas Tech Raiders for the first 3 years of his collegiate basketball career. He earned Big 12 All-Freshman honours in his 1st year and All-Big 12 third-team honours in his sophomore season with the Raiders.
After three years with the Raiders, Shannon Jr. transferred to the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign. His career with the Fighting Illini was notable with Shannon Jr. setting multiple records and earning multiple accolades. Among these are the single-game scoring record with 40 points, All-Big 10 First Team and All-American Second Team. While at college, Shannon Jr. majored in the subject of sociology.
Terrence Shannon Jr. Wingspan
Terrence Shannon Jr. recorded a wingspan of 6 feet and 8.75 inches. Having a wingspan that exceeds his height allows Shannon Jr. to contest shots effectively and contribute defensively and offensively in the paint.
The highest wingspan record amongst small forwards in the 2024 NBA draft class was 7 feet and 1 inch while the shortest recorded wingspan was 6 feet and 6.75 inches. As a result, Shannon Jr.’s wingspan ranks around the middle of small forwards in his draft class. Shannon Jr. also measured a standing reach of 8 feet and 4 inches.
Terrence Shannon Jr. Height
The NBA draft combine results of 2024 suggest that Terrence Shannon Jr. has a height of 6 feet and 6.5 inches without shoes. Like his wingspan, Shannon Jr.’s height falls around the middle of the small forwards in the 2024 NBA draft class. The tallest small forward in the draft class is Matas Buzelis, at 6 feet and 8.75 inches while the shortest was David Jones at 6 feet and 3.5 inches
Terrence Shannon Jr. Weight
Terrence Shannon Jr. has a listed weight of 219 pounds or 99 kg. Shannon Jr.’s weight is considered appropriate while considering his other physical attributes.
FAQ's On Terrence Shannon Jr. Wingspan
A. Terrence Shannon Jr. is 23 years old as of June 2024. He was born on July 30, 2000.
A. Terrence Shannon Jr. played for the East Texas Tech Raiders and Illinois Fighting Illini college basketball teams.
A. Terrence Shannon Jr. was suspended from the Illini college basketball team. This was an action taken on Shannon Jr. being charged with allegations of sexual assault.
A. Terrence Shannon Jr is an NBA prospect. He was one of the 78 candidates that were invited to the NBA draft combine.
A. Terrence Shannon Jr. plays as a small forward for the Illinois Fighting Illini.
