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Jake LaRavia

Jacob "Jake" LaRavia is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA. He began his college basketball career with the Indiana State Sycamores before transferring to and playing for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. LaRavia's journey has led him to the highest level of professional basketball.


November 3, 2001: Jake LaRavia's Birth

On November 3, 2001, Jacob Glen LaRavia was born. He is now an American professional basketball player in the NBA.

2012: Lawrence Central won sectional title

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

January 22, 2022: Career-High Performance

On January 22, 2022, Jake LaRavia achieved a career-high with 31 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists in a game against North Carolina.

March 29, 2022: Declared for NBA draft

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

June 1, 2022: Remained in NBA draft

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

October 19, 2022: NBA Debut

On October 19, 2022, Jake LaRavia made his NBA debut with the Memphis Grizzlies, scoring five points and grabbing two rebounds in a win against the New York Knicks.

2022: NBA Draft

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: Trade 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 Los Angeles Lakers

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