CJ

McCollum

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Full Name CJ McCollum

American professional basketball player, CJ McCollum plays for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. Known for his shooting skills and athleticism, McCollum is a notable guard in the league. 

When was CJ McCollum drafted?

McCollum was studying Journalism at Lehigh University where he began his basketball journey. His college career ended with a foot injury, however, he was declared to the 2013 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers. A year later in 2014, McCollum finally made his NBA debut. 

CJ McCollum’s achievements

CJ McCollum played for the Portland Trail Blazers until 2022. In 2017, he scored his playoff career-high of 41 points against the Golden State Warriors. Paired up with another lethal shooter, Damian Lillard, CJ McCollum carried the Blazers to their first Conference Finals since 2000. On February 8, 2022, McCollum was traded in a two-way deal to the New Orleans Pelicans.