Jason Preston

About

Professional point guard that was drafted by the Orlando Magic as the 33rd overall pick of the 2021 NBA Draft. During his junior year at Ohio University he averaged 15.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 7.3 assists per game, earning First Team All-MAC honors and the 2021 MAC Tournament MVP.

Before Fame

After not being recruited highly during his senior year at William R. Boone High School, he decided to play basketball at Believe Prep Academy. After going viral posting videos on Twitter, he eventually earned a scholarship to play college basketball at Ohio.

Trivia

Prior to reclassifying after his senior year of high school, he stood at only 6'1". By the time he finished his prep year, he had reached a height of 6'4".

Family Life

He is the son of Judith Sewell, who died of lung cancer when he was a junior in high school.

Associated With

After being drafted by the Magic, he was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers.