Kadeem Jack
Kadeem Jack | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 27, 1992 |
| Occupation | Professional basketball player |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Known for | Playing for NorthPort Batang Pier in the Philippine Basketball Association |
Kadeem Jack (born October 27, 1992) is a professional basketball player holding Trinidadian-American nationality, most recently affiliated with the NorthPort Batang Pier in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). He played collegiate basketball representing Rutgers.
High school career
Jack's high school tenure took place at Rice High School in Manhattan, where he earned distinctions such as NYSSWA First Team All-State and New York Daily News All-City honors. During his senior year, he averaged 16.5 points per contest. Recruiting services rated him as a four-star prospect; Rivals.com placed him at No. 33 overall and ranked him seventh among power forwards nationwide.
College career
While playing for Rutgers, Jack assumed the role of team captain and accumulated 1,044 points throughout his collegiate career. In his final season, he posted averages of 13 points and 6.4 rebounds across 31.1 minutes per game, securing All-Metropolitan recognition for the second year running.
Fort Wayne Mad Ants (2015–2016)
Undrafted in the 2015 NBA draft, Jack subsequently signed with the Indiana Pacers on October 7, 2015. After appearing in one preseason game, he was released by the Pacers on October 24. Shortly thereafter, on October 29, he joined the Fort Wayne Mad Ants of the NBA Development League as an affiliate player connected to the Pacers.
Reno Bighorns (2016)
Jack was traded to the Reno Bighorns on January 4, 2016, in exchange for returning player rights to Christian Watford.
Hitachi SunRockers Tokyo-Shibuya (2016)
On August 3, 2016, Jack inked a deal with the Hitachi SunRockers Tokyo-Shibuya competing in Japan's B.League. His contract was terminated on October 14 of the same year.
Return to the Reno Bighorns (2016–2017)
The Reno Bighorns reacquired Jack on October 31, 2016.
Sioux Falls Skyforce (2017–2018)
Jack was traded to the Sioux Falls Skyforce on March 2, 2017.
Hapoel Gilboa Galil (2018)
Jack signed with Israeli club Hapoel Gilboa Galil for the 2018–19 season on August 5, 2018; however, he parted ways with the team on September 20 before participating in any games.
South Bay Lakers (2018)
On October 23, 2018, Jack became a member of the South Bay Lakers, competing in the G League.
Oklahoma City Blue (2019–2020)
In October 2019, Jack secured a Training Camp contract with the Oklahoma City Thunder and joined their G League affiliate, the Oklahoma City Blue. On January 19, 2020, he posted a performance featuring 26 points and 13 rebounds during a victory against the Santa Cruz Warriors. Throughout that season, he averaged 12.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, one assist, and nearly one block per game.
Cangrejeros de Santurce (2021)
Jack signed with Puerto Rico’s Baloncesto Superior Nacional team Cangrejeros de Santurce on August 22, 2021.
On October 28, 2021, he agreed to terms with the Capitanes de la Ciudad de México of the NBA G League, but was released prior to their season opener.
Return to the Oklahoma City Blue (2021–2022)
On December 30, 2021, Jack rejoined the Oklahoma City Blue of the NBA G League, though he was waived shortly afterward on January 5, 2022.
Sioux Falls Skyforce (2022–2023)
On October 24, 2022, Jack became part of the Sioux Falls Skyforce training camp roster, maintaining his involvement in the NBA G League.
Pieno žvaigždės Pasvalys (2023–2024)
Jack expanded his international experience by signing with Pieno žvaigždės Pasvalys of the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL) on September 18, 2023, competing in a prominent European league.
Al Wahda (2024)
On October 3, 2024, Jack added to his professional career by joining Al Wahda in the UAE National Basketball League, broadening his exposure to Middle Eastern basketball.
NorthPort Batang Pier (2024–present)
Jack entered the Southeast Asian basketball scene on November 25, 2024, when he signed with the NorthPort Batang Pier of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) as their import player for the 2024–25 PBA Commissioner's Cup.
Personal life
Jack is the son of Louisa Hall, who works as a registered nurse. He completed his studies with a major in journalism and mass media.