Offensive Game
Natural scorer who can get buckets off the dribble, in the mid-range, and from three. Has the quick release and shot-creation ability to become a go-to option.
Career Journey
Utah Jazz
2022-present
2022 NBA Draft
Selected 22nd overall by Memphis Grizzlies, traded to Utah
Baylor Product
Played at Baylor before being drafted
Scoring Guard
Known for scoring ability and shot creation
Career Earnings
~$15M
Estimated total NBA career salary
| Season | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | FG% | 3P% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 54 | 23.6 | 3.7 | 6.1 | 45.6% | 37.1% |
Keyonte George is a shot-creating lead guard the Utah Jazz are building their future around. The 16th pick in 2023 out of Baylor, where he was Big 12 Rookie of the Year, he handled a heavy on-ball role immediately and took a major leap in his third season — averaging 23.6 points and 6.1 assists in 2025-26 while flashing the dribble-pass-shoot versatility of a franchise guard. Across three seasons he has averaged 17.2 points and 5.3 assists, improving his efficiency and decision-making each year. For a rebuilding Jazz team, George is the on-ball creator the rest of the roster can grow around as Utah tries to build its next contender.
Offensive Game
Natural scorer who can get buckets off the dribble, in the mid-range, and from three. Has the quick release and shot-creation ability to become a go-to option.
Defensive Game
Still developing as a defender. Has the athleticism to be a nuisance but consistency is a work in progress. Needs to tighten on-ball focus.
Intangibles
Young but demonstrably smart. Reads defenses well, understands when to push in transition, and makes the right pass in broken situations.
Personal Life & Family
Status
Single
Parents & Siblings
Did You Know?
Was not a blue-chip recruit coming out of high school — he earned his way to a starting role at Baylor and then to the lottery.
His Baylor teammate Ja'Kobe Walter was drafted in the same class, making their shared college background part of the Jazz's vision.
Despite being just 20 when drafted, he moved into a starting role with confidence that far exceeded his experience.
Considered one of the better shot-creators from the 2023 class — a skill set Utah directly needs as it rebuilds.
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