JaVale McGee
lllawarra Hawks/C/
United StatesPlayer Info
JaVale McGee, the athletic center currently with the Illawarra Hawks in Australia's NBL, is a three-time NBA champion known for his incredible shot-blocking and entertaining play. Drafted 18th overall in 2008, McGee's early career with the Washington Wizards was marked by spectacular highlights and occasional lapses in focus, making him a staple on "Shaqtin' a Fool." However, he transformed his narrative through hard work, becoming a valued role player on championship teams with the Golden State Warriors (2017, 2018) and Los Angeles Lakers (2020). His 7-foot-6 wingspan and agility made him a constant lob threat and rim protector. McGee's journey from a player of meme-worthy moments to a respected veteran and champion is a story of perseverance and finding the right system to maximize his unique talents.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
NBL 2025-2026Regular Season
GP
31
MPG
24.97
PPG
19.29
2PM%
58%
3PM%
20%
REB
10
AST
2.1
STL
0.94
BLK
1.84
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
NBL 2025-2026Regular Season
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
31
Games Started
30
Minutes
24.97
Points
19.29
Rebound
10
Assist
2.1
Block
1.84
Steal
0.94
Field Goal %
56%
3-Point Field Goal %
20%
Free Throw %
73%
Offensive Rebound
3.19
Defensive Rebound
6.81
Turnovers
2.42
Assists/Turnovers
0.9
Personal Fouls
1.06
Total Data
Points
598
Rebound
310
Assist
65
Block
57
Steal
29
Field Goal %
56%
3-Point Field Goal %
20%
Free Throw %
73%
Offensive Rebound
99
Defensive Rebound
211
Turnovers
75
Personal Fouls
33