[1] He majored in communication studies at Marquette's Diederich College of Communication. Corey Jae Crowder (born July 6, 1990) is an American professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Jae Crowder posted two points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 128-107 loss to the Wizards. Meaning: Jae’s No. That’s what the Celtic forward is … blue collar through and through. "Jae is a hard worker," said Boston Celtics' guard Marcus Smart, who played with Crowder when the Celtics reached the 2017 Eastern Conference finals. “It could be worse,” Crowder said after scoring 15 points in Marquette’s 62-57 win over Pitt on Saturday afternoon . After trading for Chris Paul earlier in the week, Phoenix built on its strong offseason by adding swingman Jae Crowder on a three-year, $30 million deal, reports The Athletic’s Shams Charania. James Harden is going to wear number 13 in Brooklyn during his tenure with the Nets, but he'll have to get it off of Landry Shamet first. [22] With the offseason additions of forwards Al-Farouq Aminu and Richard Jefferson, Crowder's minutes subsequently dropped to start the 2014–15 season, falling out of coach Rick Carlisle's frontcourt rotation. Latest on Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN College career. Marquette. [2] He was named Georgia Junior College Athletic Association Player of the Year that season. 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After his junior college eligibility ended, he transferred to Marquette. Jae Crowder tied his season high … [8] Crowder was taken 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers; however, a draft night-trade with the Mavericks sent him to Dallas, along with 24th overall pick Jared Cunningham and 33rd overall pick Bernard James, in exchange for 17th overall pick Tyler Zeller and Kelenna Azubuike. [8] Crowder has a tremendous work ethic, growing from a chubby kid into a muscular player, training with intense will and commitment to improve his skills. [49], On July 6, 2019, the Memphis Grizzlies acquired Crowder from the Jazz as part of a package for Mike Conley Jr.[50] On October 27, Crowder hit the game-winning buzzer beating three-pointer to defeat the Brooklyn Nets 134–133 in overtime.[51]. [42] Eight days later, the Celtics agreed to send the Cavaliers a 2020 second-round draft pick via the Miami Heat to complete the trade. [1], Crowder was not heavily recruited out of high school, although he had some offers in football. After his senior year ended, he became eligible for the 2012 NBA draft, where he was drafted 34th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers and traded to the Dallas Mavericks on draft night. During the same season, he was named Big East Player of the Year, as well as an AP Second-Team All American. [9], Due to his strong showing in NBA Summer League and preseason games, he was described as "the steal of the NBA draft",[12] averaging 11.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.9 steals, 1.6 assists and 0.8 blocks in 22 minutes per game in the preseason[13] and 16.6 points, 1.6 assists, 5.4 rebounds, 0.8 blocks, 2.0 steals and 41.7 percent shooting in Summer League, where he was also voted into the All-Summer League team. In 2018, he was traded to the Utah Jazz and he has also played for the Memphis Grizzlies. [17] He debuted in the season-opening win against the Los Angeles Lakers. [46] On March 9, 2018, he scored a season-high 22 points in a 95–78 win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Marquette. He later transferred to Howard College for his sophomore season. [2], After his season with the Howard Hawks, Crowder transferred to Marquette University, selecting the Golden Eagles over UNLV, Georgia Tech, Texas Tech and Illinois State, among others. Jae Crowder doesn’t look at it that way. I thought it was a sneaky trade to get Andre Iguodala but to sneak in Jae Crowder at the same time. Not being heavily recruited out of high school, Crowder committed to South Georgia Technical College and later Howard College, where he led the team to an NJCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship in his sophomore season. [25] On January 12, 2015, he scored a then career-high 22 points in a 108–100 win over the New Orleans Pelicans. He has a good three point shot and postplay, as well as being solid from long range, averaging .498 from the field and .345 from the three-point line in his senior season at Marquette. Crowder will not start Monday's game against the Grizzlies, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports. Crowder is averaging 9.5 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 27.8 minutes this season. [1], In his only season with South Georgia Tech, he led the Jets to their first-ever NJCAA national tournament appearance in his freshman season, under head coach Steven Wright, with the team finishing with a 21–7 record. LAWRENCE ¬— Jae Crowder was pounding nails Tuesday, repairing benches in the playground at Lawrence’s Frost Middle School. [40] In Game 1 of the Celtics' Eastern Conference semifinal match-up with the Washington Wizards, Crowder scored a playoff career-high 24 points, helping the Celtics win 123–111. His contribution started to dwindle a bit starting around the all-star break, when he admitted that he hit the "rookie wall". He says that though he no longer plays, however, he still wears 99 to bring the toughness with the odd number. Crowder could get more run as a starter if Booker misses more games, but he is a dicey fantasy option due to his inconsistent play throughout the campaign. Active. Draft Info. His addition served its purpose as he added defensive versatility and grit to their lineup. Crowder was not heavily recruited out of high school, although he had some offers in football. Eventually, he called his father to help him lose weight. Jae Crowder signed a 3 year / $29,162,700 contract with the Phoenix Suns, including $29,162,700 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $9,720,900. [20] He was recalled by the Mavericks on February 28, reassigned on March 1,[21] and recalled again on March 2. The 30-year-old has started all 11 games this season, but he'll head to the … In the final game he registered 27 points and 12 rebounds in an 85–80 overtime victory against Three Rivers Community College. https://sports.yahoo.com/jae-crowder-assist-vs-washington-024400609.html [2][4] Crowder led Marquette to a second-place finish in the Big East, as well as their second consecutive Sweet 16. In 2014, Crowder was traded to the Boston Celtics. Jae’s mother Helen Thompson died of cancer in August 2017. Five minutes later, she passed. Feb 6, 2020 - Jae Crowder was acquired by the Miami Heat, along with Solomon Hill, Andre Iguodala and a TPE, from the Memphis Grizzlies in exchange for James Johnson, Dion Waiters and Justise Winslow. [4] Some basketball statisticians believe Crowder was statistically the best all-around player during the 2010–11 season. NFL Podcast. Pronunciation: \JAY\ Corey Jae Crowder Twitter: CJC9BOSS (The Beast) Position: Power Forward and Small Forward Shoots: Right 6-6, 235lb (198cm, 106kg) Team: Phoenix Suns. [23] On November 9, 2014, he scored a season-high 15 points on 5-of-6 shooting in a 105–96 loss to the Miami Heat.[24]. Crowder helped the Heat reach the 2020 NBA Finals, but lost in 6 games to the Los Angeles Lakers. He committed to South Georgia Technical College, a college in Americus, Georgia. [32] On January 13, he tied his career high of 25 points in a 103–94 win over the Indiana Pacers. By the end of his junior year, he had grown to 6'4" and had significantly improved his physical conditioning. “When I got … Jae Crowder came to Miami via trade on February 6, and then helped the Heat march the NBA Finals in the Bubble. [3], In his sophomore season with the Howard Hawks in 2010, Crowder was not only named Junior College Player of the Year but also helped the team win its first-ever NJCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship. Fantasy Baseball Podcast. He’s got a natural motor and a natural, real, pure basketball energy. [1] Rick Carlisle compared him to Tayshaun Prince, whom he coached while with the Detroit Pistons, stating: "Jae just has a maturity beyond his years. In 2020-1, Crowder will earn a base salary of … Latest on Phoenix Suns power forward Jae Crowder including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN. Crowder notched 21 points (6-15 FG, 6-13 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds and three assists in Saturday's double-overtime loss to the Nuggets. Jae Crowder scored five points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3PT) with two rebounds, five assists, and two steals in Monday's loss to the Grizzlies. [48], On January 1, 2019, Crowder scored a career-high 30 points in a 122–116 loss to the Toronto Raptors. [7], For the 2011–2012 season, Crowder averaged 17.5 points and 8.4 rebounds per game. Shown above is a photo of Jae Crowder when he played at South Georgia Technical College in Americus, GA. Reports: Crowder, Suns reach 3-year agreement, Butler slings a nice pass to Crowder for 3, Tatum bodies Crowder for the emphatic slam, Crowder describes his first workout back in the gym, Waiters traded to Grizzlies in Iguodala Heat deal, Knicks' Payton, 2 Grizz suspended; Morris fined, 3 tossed after Crowder's late shot sparks scrum, Cavs' Thompson T'd up for Crowder 'butt slap'. Jae is one of the children of former basketball pro, Corey Crowder, who played for the Utah Jazz and the San Antonio Spurs. Jae Crowder was born on July 6, 1990, in Villa Rica, Georgia, to Helen Thompson and basketball player Corey Crowder. Liz Loza & Matt Harmon. Later, he transferred to Marquette, where he was named Big East Player of the Year in his senior season. "He's going to come in, he going to do … [52] This reunited Crowder with his former college teammate Jimmy Butler. He is the son of former NBA player Corey Crowder. On February 6, 2020, Crowder was traded to the Miami Heat in a 3-team trade. JAE CROWDER - SECOND GENERATION PLAYER. He committed to South Georgia Technical College, a college in Americus, Georgia. Jae was one … 2012: Rd 2, Pk 34 (CLE) Status. [36] He appeared in the team's first four games of the season, but then missed eight straight games with a sprained left ankle. [45] In his debut for the Jazz three days later, Crowder scored 15 points in a 115–96 win over the Portland Trail Blazers. [53], Crowder is known for his good all around-play and his positional flexibility. Jae Crowder. Crowder attended Villa Rica High School, where he played as starting quarterback for the football team and as starting point guard for the basketball team. I just told her, 'We're going to Cleveland.' 01.07.21. … More News Suns' Jae Crowder: Exits starting five [43] On November 20, 2017, Crowder scored a season-high 18 points against the Detroit Pistons. [18] The Mavericks were never able to recover from Nowitzki's injury and missed the playoffs for the first time in 12 years, with Crowder averaging 5 points and 2.4 rebounds per game in 17.3 minutes. In his first year at Marquette University, he averaged 11.8 points and 6.8 rebounds. He averaged 18.9 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.4 steals per game as a sophomore while shooting 46.0 percent from the field and 76.0 percent from the free throw line. [47] In Game 5 of the Jazz's first-round playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Crowder scored a career playoff-high 27 points in a 107–99 loss. He later transferred to Howard College for his sophomore season. Crowder performed an important special teams role in 2017, … [37] He returned to action on November 19, scoring nine points in a 94–92 win over the Detroit Pistons. On July 27, 2015, Crowder re-signed with the Celtics to a reported five-year, $35 million contract. Dan Wetzel, Pat Forde, Pete Thamel. Jae Crowder found himself on the move again after his second year when he transferred to Marquette University. It was perfect. Crowder spent the summer holidays in Florida, working out and training with his father, then a professional basketball player, with 2 years experience in the NBA playing in Europe. Crowder joined the starting lineup and played a whopping 45 minutes with Devin Booker (hamstring) out of action. Come fan with us. Crowder's father, Corey, played in the NBA for the Utah Jazz and the San Antonio Spurs and had a 14-year professional basketball career, mostly playing in Europe. His stellar play earned him a spot in coach Rick Carlisle's rotation. [44], On February 8, 2018, Crowder was acquired by the Utah Jazz in a three-team trade that also involved the Cavaliers and the Sacramento Kings. [54] Crowder has seven siblings. SB Nation is the largest independent sports media brand, consisting of SBNation.com, MMAFighting.com and over 300 fan-centric team communities. [6] On March 30, 2012, Crowder was named East Perfect Player of the Game in the Reese's College All-Star Game. ... College. … He spent three years in Boston before being traded back to his draft team, the Cavaliers, in August 2017. Jae Crowder scores five points off the bench. [39] On March 26, 2017, he set a new season high with 25 points in a 112–108 win over the Miami Heat. Jae Crowder isn't posting big numbers, but he's made a huge impact on a young team that has exceeded expectations. He is a rugged defender with a strong, muscular stature and a good rebounder. [2], After finishing his college career, Jae Crowder decided to enter the 2012 NBA draft, where he was projected to be a second round draft pick. On November 28, 2020, Crowder signed with the Phoenix Suns. ... 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[9][10] He was officially signed on July 20, 2012 on a non-guaranteed two-year contract, like all second round draft picks. Scott Pianowski. [31] He topped that mark on January 4, 2016, scoring 25 points in a 103–94 win over the Brooklyn Nets. Crowder redshirted his freshman season at Georgia in 2015. Jae Crowder always makes a point to absorb the vibe of his working environment. [41], On August 22, 2017, Crowder was traded, along with Isaiah Thomas, Ante Žižić and the Brooklyn Nets' 2018 unprotected first round pick, to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Kyrie Irving. Jae Crowder: Makes just one field goal Crowder recorded four points (1-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists and three rebounds in 29 minutes during Friday's 106-103 win over the Nuggets. [27][28] After averaging just 3.6 points in 10.6 minutes per game with Dallas to start the 2014–15 season, Crowder became an important role player for the Celtics in Brad Stevens' rotation, and subsequently lifted his averages to 9.5 points in 24.2 minutes per game. While at Howard College, Crowder was also named State Farm Junior College Player of the Year. Jae Crowder didn’t just draw the ire of the Knicks for his controversial late steal, he caught the attention of ESPN analyst Tim Legler. Latest on Phoenix Suns power forward Jae Crowder including complete game-by-game stats on ESPN. After his junior college eligibility ended, he transferred to Marquette. Yahoo Fantasy Football Podcast. [14] This strong showing raised expectations in the young player, as he was viewed as possibly the Mavericks' new franchise player and possibly a future All-Star.[15][16]. 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