Doug McDermott

Doug McDermott, born on January 3, 1992, in Grand Forks, North Dakota, is a professional NBA player known for his scoring ability and versatility as a forward. Standing at 6 feet 7 inches and weighing 225 pounds, McDermott has made significant contributions to the teams he has played for since his NBA debut in 2014. He attended Ames High School in Iowa before playing college basketball at Creighton University, where he had an outstanding college career. McDermott was selected as the 11th overall pick in the first round of the 2014 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets, though he was traded to the Chicago Bulls shortly thereafter. Throughout his NBA career, McDermott has played for several teams, including the Bulls, Oklahoma City Thunder, New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, San Antonio Spurs, and currently, the Sacramento Kings. Known for his sharp shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, McDermott has maintained a career three-point shooting percentage of approximately 40%. In the 2025 season, McDermott has maintained a solid performance with an average of 4.2 points, 0.8 rebounds, and 0.2 assists per game. His ability to stretch the floor with his shooting makes him a valuable asset in modern NBA offenses. McDermott's career highlights include being a three-time consensus first-team All-American during his college years and earning the 2014 NCAA scoring title. Despite not being a regular starter, Doug McDermott's consistent shooting and experience make him a respected player in the league.