American · Saint Paul, Minnesota · Born 3 August 2001Athletic and competitive guard whose defensive intensity and improving scoring have made him an important piece of the Orlando Magic's rebuild.
Jalen Suggs was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota on 3 August 2001. A highly athletic, long-armed guard with exceptional defensive instincts and explosive athleticism, Suggs was selected fifth overall in the 2021 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic. He made his name at Gonzaga, where his incredible buzzer-beater in the 2021 NCAA tournament semifinal against UCLA — a half-court shot at the buzzer in overtime that went viral globally — made him a household name before his NBA career even began. He has developed steadily with the Magic as a defensive-first guard, contributing to their rise from lottery team to Eastern Conference playoff contender. His combination of length, athleticism and improving three-point shooting suggest a bright future.
Dynamic point guard with strong defensive abilities and clutch shooting
His buzzer-beating half-court shot against UCLA in the 2021 NCAA tournament semifinals, made even more dramatic by his ecstatic celebration, was one of college basketball's most iconic moments in years.
Did You Know?How They Played
Athletic point guard with excellent court vision, defensive instincts, and improving three-point shooting
Lasting Impact
Promising young guard helping Orlando Magic rebuild into playoff contender
Career Honours
- Orlando Magic playoff run 2024
| Club | Period | Apps | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Magic | 2021–present | 185 | #4 |
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