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Samardo Samuels

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Samardo Samuels
Born (1989-01-09) January 9, 1989 (age 37)
Jamaica
OccupationProfessional basketball player
Years active2010–present
Known forNBA player, Italian League title winner, Greek League All-Star

Samardo Anthony Samuels (born January 9, 1989) is a professional basketball player from Jamaica, whose most recent team was Trotamundos de Carabobo. With experience in the NBA, an Italian League title, and recognition as a Greek League All-Star, Samuels has developed an international career that spans over 15 years. Throughout his professional journey, he has played in more than thirteen countries and has represented Jamaica at the FIBA Americas Championship.

High school career

Samuels began his high school education at Our Savior New American School in Centereach, New York during his freshman year before transferring to Saint Benedict's Preparatory School in Newark, New Jersey, where he completed his high school tenure. Ranked ninth nationally by Rivals.com and second by Scout.com, he teamed up with fellow 2010 prospect Tristan Thompson to lead St. Benedict's Prep to a 24–1 record in the 2007–2008 season, earning a No. 2 national ranking from USA Today. He also participated in elite all-American events such as the McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic.

College career

Samuels committed to the University of Louisville, choosing the Cardinals over other notable programs including Connecticut, Florida, Georgetown, and North Carolina. He was a consistent starter throughout his college career and led the 2009–10 squad in both scoring and rebounding. Following his sophomore season, he declared for the 2010 NBA draft, foregoing the remainder of his collegiate eligibility.

Cleveland Cavaliers (2010–13)

After going undrafted in the 2010 NBA draft, Samuels participated with the Chicago Bulls during the 2010 NBA Summer League, posting averages of 12.6 points and 7.4 rebounds. On August 17, 2010, he secured a three-year contract worth $2.3 million with the Cleveland Cavaliers, which included partial guarantees.

He made his NBA debut on October 29 against the Toronto Raptors, contributing seven points. On December 27, 2010, Samuels was assigned to Cleveland’s NBA Development League team, the Erie BayHawks, but was recalled after just two games on January 1.

On March 2, 2011, he earned his first NBA start against the San Antonio Spurs, filling in for the injured Antawn Jamison and posting a career-best performance with 23 points and 10 rebounds.

Samuels was again sent to the D-League on December 28, 2012, this time to the Canton Charge, before being recalled three days later. The Cavaliers released him on January 6, 2013.

Several short stints (2013)

Following his release from Cleveland, Samuels joined the D-League’s Reno Bighorns on January 17, 2013. Later that season, on April 7, he signed with Israeli club Hapoel Jerusalem for the remainder of the 2012–13 campaign.

Olimpia Milano (2013–15)

On July 25, 2013, Samuels inked a two-year deal with Italian powerhouse Emporio Armani Milano. In his debut Euroleague season, he averaged 9.5 points and grabbed 3.9 rebounds across 25 appearances. His numbers improved during his second year with averages of 12.9 points and 5.4 rebounds in 23 Euroleague contests. He parted ways with Olimpia Milano during the summer of 2015.

Barcelona (2015–16)

On July 22, 2015, Samuels inked a two-year contract with the Spanish squad FC Barcelona Lassa. In September 2015, he sustained an injury to his right hand, which kept him off the court for approximately six weeks. Throughout the season, his playing time was reduced, resulting in averages of 6 points and 2.8 rebounds across 26 Euroleague appearances. The player and the club mutually agreed to terminate their association on August 16, 2016.

Jiangsu Dragons (2016–17)

Samuels joined the Chinese Basketball Association team Jiangsu Dragons on August 17, 2016, signing for the duration of the 2016–17 CBA season.

Multiple brief engagements (2017–present)

On March 17, 2017, Samuels committed to Italian side Enel Brindisi for the remainder of the 2016–17 LBA season.

He then signed with Spanish club Real Betis Energía Plus on August 18, 2017; however, he departed on September 21, 2017, prior to making any official appearances.

On October 16, 2017, Samuels agreed to terms with Serbian team Partizan for the 2017–18 campaign. He was suspended on November 15 due to breaches of club discipline and public criticism directed at both the organization and head coach Miroslav Nikolić, alongside inappropriate comments aimed at female journalists. Shortly thereafter, he exited the club.

On February 14, 2018, Samuels signed with French outfit Limoges CSP for the remainder of that season. After posting averages of 11 points and 4 rebounds per game, he renewed his contract on August 20, 2018. In October of that year, he faced suspension following critical remarks about his coach and an incident occurring during a game.

Samuels joined Chorale Roanne Basket on February 16, 2020.

In December 2020, he signed with Israeli second-division team Maccabi Hod HaSharon, where he averaged 16.2 points and 7.8 rebounds over 17 contests. On April 18, 2021, he transferred to Hapoel Haifa competing in the Israel Basketball Premier League.

Samuels agreed to a one-year deal with Dutch club ZZ Leiden of the BNXT League on August 10, 2021; however, due to delays in work permit processing, he parted ways on August 30 without appearing in any games. Subsequently, he signed with Mexico’s Libertadores de Querétaro in the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional.

Personal life

In March 2025, Samuels was taken into custody in Milan, Italy.

Regular season

|- | align="left" | | align="left" | Cleveland | 37 || 10 || 18.9 || .456 || .000 || .618 || 4.3 || .5 || .4 || .5 || 7.8 |- | align="left" | | align="left" | Cleveland | 54 || 0 || 15.3 || .455 || .000 || .701 || 3.3 || .4 || .4 || .4 || 5.4 |- | align="left" | | align="left" | Cleveland | 18 || 1 || 10.9 || .367 || .000 || .583 || 1.6 || .4 || .2 || .2 || 3.2 |- class="sortbottom" | align="left" | Career | align="left" | | 109 || 11 || 15.8 || .445 || .000 || .653 || 3.4 || .4 || .3 || .4 || 5.9


Career highs

  • Points: 23 vs. San Antonio 03/02/11
  • Rebounds: 10 (3 times)
  • Assists: 3 vs. San Antonio 03/02/11
  • Steals: 3 @ L.A. Clippers 03/19/11
  • Blocks: 3 vs. New Orleans 03/06/11

EuroLeague

|- | style="text-align:left;"| 2013–14 | style="text-align:left;"| Milano | 25 || 23 || 22.2 || .503 || .444 || .730 || 3.9 || .2 || .4 || .3 || 9.5 || 8.5 |- | style="text-align:left;"| 2014–15 | style="text-align:left;"| Milano | 23 || 21 || 26.1 || .548 || .233 || .692 || 5.4 || .7 || .4 || .5 || 12.9 || 14.3 |- | style="text-align:left;"| 2015–16 | style="text-align:left;"| Barcelona | 26 || 4 || 13.2 || .505 || .000 || .632 || 2.8 || .5 || .2 || .4 || 6.0 || 6.8 |- class="sortbottom" | align="center" colspan="2"| Total | 74 || 48 || 24.1 || .522 || .250 || .685 || 4.0 || .5 || .3 || .4 || 9.3|| 9.7


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