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Jake LaRavia

Jacob "Jake" LaRavia is an American professional basketball player currently with the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He played college basketball for two universities, starting with the Indiana State Sycamores before transferring to and playing for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. He is a professional athlete in the sport of basketball.


November 3, 2001: Jake LaRavia Born

On November 3, 2001, Jacob Glen LaRavia was born. He would later become a professional basketball player.

2012: Lawrence Central Wins Sectional Title

In 2012, Jake LaRavia helped Lawrence Central win its first sectional title since 2012.

January 22, 2022: Career-High Performance Against North Carolina

On January 22, 2022, Jake LaRavia achieved a career-high performance, recording 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists in a 98–76 win against North Carolina.

March 29, 2022: Declared for the 2022 NBA Draft

On March 29, 2022, Jake LaRavia declared for the 2022 NBA draft while still maintaining his college eligibility.

June 1, 2022: Remained in the NBA Draft

On June 1, 2022, Jake LaRavia announced that he would remain in the NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.

October 19, 2022: NBA Debut

On October 19, 2022, Jake LaRavia made his NBA debut, scoring five points and securing two rebounds in a 115–112 overtime victory against the New York Knicks.

2022: Drafted into the NBA

In 2022, Jake LaRavia was drafted 19th overall in the NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves and then traded to the Memphis Grizzlies.

March 23, 2023: Assigned to Memphis Hustle

On March 23, 2023, Jake LaRavia was assigned to the Memphis Hustle of the NBA G League.

February 6, 2025: Traded to Sacramento Kings

On February 6, 2025, Jake LaRavia was traded to the Sacramento Kings as part of a three-team trade.

July 6, 2025: Signed with the Los Angeles Lakers

On July 6, 2025, Jake LaRavia signed a two-year, $12 million contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.