About
Biography
CJ McCollum, born on September 19, 1991, in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, is a professional basketball player in the NBA, known for his scoring ability and versatility on the court. He played collegiate basketball at Lehigh University, where he gained national attention during the 2012 NCAA Tournament for leading his team to an upset over Duke University. McCollum was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers as the 10th overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft.
Throughout his early years in the NBA, McCollum demonstrated significant improvement and development, particularly from the 2015-16 season, where he averaged 20.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game. His scoring prowess, combined with his ability to create opportunities for teammates, contributed to the Trail Blazers' success during his tenure. By consistently adding to his offensive game, he evolved into one of the league's most efficient shooting guards.
In 2021, McCollum was traded to the New Orleans Pelicans, where he continued to showcase his talents and leadership abilities. He has earned recognition as one of the premier shooters in the league and was named the NBA's Most Improved Player in 2016. McCollum's legacy includes being a key contributor to the success of the Trail Blazers during their playoff runs, and he remains regarded as an influential figure in professional basketball.
Quick Facts
Stats
Season Log
| Season | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/26 | WAS | 35 | 18.8 | 3.5 | 3.6 |
| 2024/25 | NOP | 56 | 21.1 | 3.8 | 4.1 |
| 2023/24 | NOP | 66 | 20 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
| 2022/23 | NOP | 75 | 20.9 | 4.4 | 5.7 |
| 2021/22 | POR | 36 | 20.5 | 4.3 | 4.5 |
| 2020/21 | POR | 47 | 23.1 | 3.9 | 4.7 |
| 2019/20 | POR | 70 | 22.2 | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| 2018/19 | POR | 70 | 21 | 4 | 3 |
| 2017/18 | POR | 81 | 21.4 | 4 | 3.4 |
| 2016/17 | POR | 80 | 23 | 3.6 | 3.6 |
| 2015/16 | POR | 80 | 20.8 | 3.2 | 4.3 |
| 2014/15 | POR | 62 | 6.8 | 1.5 | 1 |
| 2013/14 | POR | 38 | 5.3 | 1.3 | 0.7 |