Cam Whitmore

Cam Whitmore is a professional basketball player from the United States of America. In 2023, he was drafted into the National Basketball Association by the Houston Rockets. From 2022 to 2023, he played college basketball for Villanova University.

Player Profile

Cameron Whitmore was born on July 8, 2004, in Odenton, Maryland in the United States of America. He stands 201 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 104 kg. He is right-handed and he is a small forward.

High School and College Career

He attended Archbishop Spalding High School in Severn, Maryland. In 2022, he played in the Nike Hoop Summit and the Jordan Brand Classic. That year, he was also named a McDonald’s All-American.

Later, he played collegiate basketball for Villanova University and was there from 2022 to 2023. In 2023, he was named the Big East Freshman of the Year.

Professional Career

Whitmore turned pro in 2023 and was the 20th overall pick in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft, selected by the Houston Rockets. Also in 2023, he played for the Rockets’ NBA G League affiliate team – the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

As of early 2024, he continues to play for the Rockets.

In addition to his professional career, he also plays for the United States internationally for the FIBA Under 18 Americas Championships.

Career Highlights

• 2023 - Big East Freshman of the Year
• 2022 - McDonald's All-American
• 2022 - Jordan Brand Classic
• 2022 - Nike Hoop Summit
• 2022 - FIBA Under-18 Americas Championship MVP

Medal record, Men's basketball, Representing the United States

• Gold - 2022 FIBA Americas Under-18 Championship Mexico