Kennedy Chandler
Position: 1/2
Height: 186cm/6’1”
Weight: 78kg
Date of Birth: 16/09/2002
College: Tennessee
Passport: USA
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Player Profile
Kennedy Chandler, a dynamic point guard, epitomizes the modern floor general with his blend of speed, skill, and basketball IQ. Renowned for his lightning-quick handles and court vision, Chandler orchestrates the offense with precision, constantly keeping defenders on their toes. His ability to penetrate defenses and finish at the rim is matched only by his deadly outside shooting, making him a dual threat from anywhere on the court. Defensively, Chandler is a disruptive force, using his quick hands and anticipation to generate steals and ignite fast breaks. A natural leader on and off the court, his unselfish play and competitive spirit inspire teammates to elevate their game.
Achievements
HS state tournament MVP -2019
HS Tennessee's Division II Class AA Mr. Basketball Winner -2019
HS All-USA Tennessee Boys First Team -2019
HS MaxPreps Sophomore All-Americans Second Team -2019
HS TSSAA Tennessee Division II Class AA Championship Finalist -2020
HS MaxPreps Junior All-Americans First Honorable Mention -2020
High School Nationals Finalist -2021
HS McDonald's All-Americans Games -2021
HS MaxPreps High School All-Americans First Team -2021
HS Sports Illustrated All-Americans First Team -2021
HS Jordan Brand Classic -2021 (only selection as the event was cancelled due to covid-19 pandemic)
USA U19 National Team -2021
World Cup U19 in Latvia -2021 (Gold): 7 games: 7.7ppg, 2.9rpg, 3.4apg, 1.4spg, FGP: 44.4%, 3PT: 39.1%, FT: 75.0%
All-SEC All Tournament MVP -2022
All-SEC Second Team -2022
SEC All-Freshman Team -2022
SEC All-Tournament Team -2022
SEC Regular Season Co-Runner-Up -2022
SEC Tournament Winner -2022
USBWA All-District IV Team -2022
Kyle Macy Award (top freshman in Division I) Finalist -2022
NBA G League Western Conference Runner-Up -2023
NBA G League Quarterfinals -2023
NBA Southwest Division Champion -2023
NBA G League Semifinals -2024
Basketball Career & Stats
2018-2019: Eads, TN / Briarcrest Christian High School: 19.5ppg, 4rpg, 3apg, 3.6spg
2019: MOKAN Elite (KS) (AAU)
2019-2020: Eads, TN / Briarcrest Christian High School: 22.2ppg, 4.3apg, 2.6spg
2020-2021: Bel Aire, KS / Sunrise Christian Academy: 14.7ppg, 5.1apg, 4.2rpg, 3.1spg
2021-2022: University of Tennessee (NCAA, starting five): 34 games: 14.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 4.7apg, 2.2spg, FGP: 50.4%, 3PT: 38.3%, FT: 61.4%
2022: Drafted by San Antonio Spurs (NBA,2rd(38)) (from LA Lakers via Washington to Chicago)
2022: Memphis Grizzlies (NBA Summer League in Salt Lake City, starting five): 6 games: 9.2ppg, 2.8rpg, 4.8apg, Steals-4(2.5spg), FGP: 40.0%, 3PT: 16.7%, FT: 71.4%
2022: Memphis Grizzlies (NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, starting five): 5 games: 9.0ppg, 3.2rpg, 5.2apg, 1.8spg, FGP: 39.5%, 3PT: 6.7%, FT: 66.7%
2022-2023: Memphis Grizzlies (NBA): 36 games: 2.2ppg, 1.1rpg, 1.6apg, played also at Memphis Hustle (NBA G League): 12 games: 15.3ppg, 3.0rpg, 5.8apg, 1.3spg, FGP: 54.5%, 3PT: 24.0%, FT: 50.0%
2023: Brooklyn Nets (NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, starting five): 5 games: 14.0ppg, 5.2rpg, 5.4apg, 2.0spg, FGP: 41.1%, 3PT: 14.3%, FT: 58.1%
2023-2024: $1,719,864: Memphis Grizzlies (NBA), played also at Long Island Nets (NBA G League, starting five): 49 games: 13.9ppg, 3.3rpg, 4.7apg, 1.6spg, FGP: 50.8%, 3PT: 36.1%, FT: 76.0%
2024: Portland Trail Blazers (NBA Summer League in Las Vegas): 5 games: 12.8ppg. 5.8rpg. 2.8apg. 2FGP: 55.6%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 64.7%
2024-2025: Raptors 905 Mississauga (NBA G League): 50 games: 13.2ppg. 2.8rpg. 5.1apg. 1.3spg. 2FGP: 52.4%, 3PT: 35.8%, FT: 65.1%