Cedric Coward’s remarkable journey from Division III basketball to the NBA was built around a close and supportive family in Fresno, California. The Memphis Grizzlies guard-forward was raised primarily by his mother, Shanel Moore, and his stepfather, Willie Ray Moore Jr., whom Cedric has described as his father in every meaningful sense. He also has […]
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Carson Cooper comes from a close-knit family in Jackson, Michigan, that has supported his development from a multi-sport high school athlete into a professional basketball player. The Memphis Grizzlies center is the son of Michael and Allison Cooper and grew up alongside two younger brothers, Hudson and Bryson Cooper. Although Carson has become increasingly recognizable […]
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Walter Clayton Jr. comes from an athletic and supportive Florida family that played an important role in his journey to professional basketball. The Memphis Grizzlies guard is the son of Walter Clayton Sr. and Cherie Quarg, both of whom participated in sports during their younger years. He also grew up with two sisters, Asia Harris […]
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Cameron Boozer comes from one of basketball’s most recognizable sporting families. The Memphis Grizzlies forward is the son of former NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, while his twin brother, Cayden Boozer, has developed into a highly regarded basketball player in his own right. Away from basketball, Cameron’s family story also includes his mother, CeCe Boozer, older […]
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Quin Snyder comes from a close-knit family in Mercer Island, Washington, where sports, education and discipline were important parts of his upbringing. The Atlanta Hawks head coach is the son of the late Gary Snyder and Alene “Tonette” Snyder and grew up with two brothers, Matt and Nate Snyder. Snyder has since built a large […]
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Jalen Wilson comes from an athletic family in Texas where basketball has been part of life across multiple generations. The Atlanta Hawks forward is the son of former college basketball players Lisa and Derale Wilson and grew up alongside two younger brothers, Jace and Jevin Wilson. Wilson’s parents helped guide him through his development from […]
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Aaron Wiggins comes from a close-knit and athletic family in Greensboro, North Carolina. The Atlanta Hawks guard is the son of Timothy “Tim” Wiggins and Serena Wiggins and grew up alongside four siblings: Shekinah, Joshua, Zacchaeus and Imanai Wiggins. Basketball runs through the Wiggins household. Aaron’s father played college basketball, while his mother also competed […]
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Henri Veesaar comes from an athletic Estonian family that played an important role in his journey from Tallinn to professional basketball in the United States. The Atlanta Hawks center is the son of Risto and Pille Veesaar. His father played organized club basketball in Estonia, while his mother competed professionally in table tennis. Sports were […]
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Onyeka Okongwu comes from a close-knit Nigerian-American family whose influence has shaped his journey from Southern California basketball to the NBA. The Atlanta Hawks center is the son of Kate and the late Mike Okongwu and grew up with three siblings: older brother Nnamdi, younger brother Chukwuemeka and younger sister Chinemya. Family has always been […]
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Asa Newell comes from a close-knit American family with strong connections to basketball and the University of Georgia. The Atlanta Hawks forward is the son of Justin Newell and Carmen Mitchell-Newell and grew up alongside older brother Jaden Newell and younger sister Zoe Newell. Family has played a major role in Newell’s development from a […]
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