James Akinjo played college basketball for the Georgetown Hoyas, the Arizona Wildcats and the Baylor Bears.
11 Facts About James Akinjo
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James Akinjo was raised by his grandmother, Roberta Stevenson, because his mother, Monique Divers, died from leukemia when he was a toddler.
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From a young age, James Akinjo aspired to become a basketball player and drew inspiration from Chris Paul.
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James Akinjo played for Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond, California, where he was coached by Bill Mellis.
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On November 19,2018, James Akinjo earned his first Big East Conference Freshman of the Week honors after averaging 14.3 points and 4.7 assists per game in three games.
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On March 31,2021, James Akinjo declared for the 2021 NBA draft with the possibility of returning to school.
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James Akinjo missed a game against West Virginia on January 18,2022, due to an injured tailbone.
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On October 14,2022, James Akinjo signed with the New York Knicks, but was waived the next day.
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On September 14,2023, James Akinjo's rights were traded to the Stockton Kings and on September 29, he signed with the Sacramento Kings.
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On February 6,2024, James Akinjo was traded to the Wisconsin Herd.
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James Akinjo's father played basketball for McClymonds High School in Oakland, California in the late 1990s.