Childhood and Education Journey of JaVale McGee in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 4, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of JaVale McGee. From birth to education, explore key events.

JaVale McGee is a professional basketball player, currently playing for the Vaqueros de Bayamón (BSN) and contracted with the Illawarra Hawks (NBL). Drafted 18th overall by the Washington Wizards in 2008 after playing college basketball for Nevada, McGee is a three-time NBA champion, winning titles with the Golden State Warriors (2017, 2018) and the Los Angeles Lakers (2020). The son of Olympic gold medalist Pamela McGee, he also earned a gold medal with the U.S. Olympic team in 2020.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1983: Mother Won NCAA Championship

In 1983, JaVale McGee's mother, Pamela McGee, won an NCAA Division I championship.

1984: Mother Won NCAA Championship and Olympic Gold Medal

In 1984, JaVale McGee's mother, Pamela McGee, won her second NCAA Division I championship and an Olympic gold medal.

1985: Father Drafted by Portland Trail Blazers

In 1985, JaVale McGee's father, George Montgomery, was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers.

January 19, 1988: JaVale McGee's Birth

On January 19, 1988, JaVale Lindy McGee was born. He later became a professional basketball player.

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1997: Mother Drafted in WNBA

In 1997, JaVale McGee's mother, Pamela McGee, was drafted in the WNBA by the Sacramento Monarchs.

2008: NBA Draft and Washington Wizards Selection

In 2008, JaVale McGee was selected as the 18th overall pick in the NBA draft by the Washington Wizards after playing college basketball for the Nevada Wolf Pack.

2008: Declared for the NBA Draft

In 2008, after averaging 14.3 points and 7.3 rebounds as a sophomore, McGee decided to hire an agent and declare for the NBA draft.

2013: Started Juglife Foundation

In 2013, JaVale McGee started the Juglife Foundation, an organization that brings awareness to drinking water and hydration, including hosting celebrity softball games and partnering with Hope 4 Kids International.

2013: Mom's Got Game and NBA Draft

In 2013, JaVale McGee was announced to be starring in "Mom's Got Game", a reality TV show, with his mother. Also in 2013, Rudy Gobert was drafted by the Nuggets, surpassing McGee's armspan record.

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2017: Became a full-time vegan

In the summer of 2017, JaVale McGee transitioned to a full-time vegan diet after observing positive results during the Warriors' 2016-17 championship season.

2018: Debut Album Release

In 2018, JaVale McGee, under the moniker Pierre, released his self-titled debut album.

2020: Co-produced Available

In 2020, JaVale McGee co-produced the song "Available" with Poo Bear and HARV on Justin Bieber's record, Changes.

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September 2, 2023: Signed with the Sacramento Kings

On September 2, 2023, JaVale McGee signed with the Sacramento Kings, matching his mother in playing for professional basketball franchises in Dallas, Los Angeles, and Sacramento.