One of the most reliable three-point shooters and defenders of his generation in the modern NBA.
Gary Trent Jr. was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1999, the son of former NBA player Gary Trent Sr. Portland Trail Blazers selected him 37th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft. His career has produced 14.7 points per game and a reputation as one of the NBA's most reliable three-point shooters, consistently shooting above 38% from deep. He won Olympic gold with the USA at Paris 2024, contributing as a three-point specialist. He was traded to Toronto in 2021 where he developed as a starting two-guard, averaging 18.3 points in his second season with the Raptors. He has been one of the league's better perimeter defenders alongside his shooting, capable of guarding elite guards in isolation. His combination of shooting range and defensive effort has made him a valued rotation player and occasional starter for multiple franchises. He represents the modern NBA archetype of the two-way guard: a player valued for shooting without the ball and the ability to switch onto different positions defensively.
Three-point shooting and perimeter defense
How They Played
Shooting guard with strong three-point range and defensive intensity
Lasting Impact
Reliable shooting guard known for clutch three-point shooting
Olympic Gold Medal (2024)
Career Honours
- Olympic Gold Medal (2024)