Kyle Anderson

Kyle Anderson (born September 20, 1993) is an American professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball at UCLA before being selected by the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of 2014 NBA draft.

Early life and high school career

Anderson was born on September 20, 1993 to Kyle Sr. and LaVonda Anderson in Fairview, New Jersey. He attended Paterson Catholic High School where he led his team to four consecutive Passaic County titles and a 31-1 record during his senior season. During that time he earned All-State honors from both Parade Magazine and USA Today after averaging 25 points per game along with 11 rebounds per contest as a senior at Paterson Catholic earning him Gatorade Player of The Year Award for New Jersey . Following completion of his high school studies, Anderson committed to play collegiate basketball at UCLA over offers from Seton Hall University, St John’s University , Florida State University , Georgetown University among others .

College Career

At UCLA , Anderson made an immediate impact leading all freshman nationally in assists with 6.5 apg while also finishing second on team scoring average 13ppg including three double doubles throughout Pac 12 conference play despite playing out position due to lack of size on Bruins roster . As sophomore year began so did Kyle’s ascension into pro prospects rankings following one successful regular season campaign making second Team All Pac -12 selection recording 14 ppg 8rpg 6apg across 33 games started including NCAA Tournament loss against Minnesota Golden Gophers 72-63 In Sweet 16 Round becoming only third Bruin ever post five triple doubles single season since 2002 behind Russell Westbrook & Jrue Holiday respectively By start junior year odds placed him as projected lottery pick however decision taken remain final two seasons college level en route earn 1st Team All Conference honors alongside Jordan Adams Shabazz Muhammad Larry Drew II Tyler Lamb Jerime Andreson David Wear Travis Wear Norman Powell Zach LaVine amongst few more names Furthermore named Most Outstanding Player West Regional Honors prior embarking Final Four run eventually losing Kentucky Wildcats 75–86 end their journey Elite Eight On April 23rd 2014 it became official received invitation participate Green Room Draft Day event Barclays Center Brooklyn NY held June 26th same site announced officially become 21st overall selection San Antonio Spurs Professional CareerUpon entering NBA scene quickly grew presence within organization taking spots rotation under Gregg Popovich guidance improving each passing day until suffered severe ankle sprain November 2015 sidelined remainder rookie contract term Despite injury setback re signed summer 2016 initially multiyear deal then converted another agreement October 2017 According reports henceforth gained respect league wide fans alike ultimately leaving Texas based franchise July 2018 reportedly signing 4 yr 41 million dollar contract Memphis Grizzlies upon arrival Tennessean club fit coach JB Bickerstaff system immediately surpassing expectations showing vast potential upcoming future Approaching 2020 currently serves starting small forward improves nightly showcasing ability shoot pass handle ball defending perimeter effectively combination those skills make hard guard matchup maintain positive outlook growing further improve any aspect game possible hopes deliver long lasting results city Grizz Nation moving forward Awards/Achievements• 2x First Team ALL PAC 12 •2X Second Team ALL PAC 12•2014 West Regional MOP•Gatorade POY NJ 2010