Emoni Bates is a professional basketball player from the United States of America. In 2023, he was drafted into the National Basketball Association by the Cleveland Cavaliers. He also plays in the NBA G League for the Cleveland Charge.
In 2024, he played in the NBA G League Next Up Game.
Player Profile
Emoni James-Wayne Bates was born on January 28, 2004, in Ann Arbor, Michigan in the United States of America. He stands 203 cm tall and his weight was last listed at 77 kg. He is right-handed and he is a small forward.
| Team |
Cleveland Cavaliers
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| Position | Small Forward |
| Height / weight | 2.03 m / 77 kg |
| Born | 28 Jan 2004 |
| Nationality |
United States
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| Playing Style | Right Handed |
| Team History | |
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Cleveland
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2023 - present |
| Cleveland Charge | 2023 - present |
High School and College Career
He attended Lincoln High School in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Later, he transferred to Ypsi Prep Academy in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
He committed to play college basketball for the University of Memphis and was there from 2021 to 2022. Later, he transferred to play for Eastern Michigan University and was there from 2022 to 2023.
Professional Career
Bates turned pro in 2023, selected in the 2nd round of the 2023 NBA Draft, chosen by the Cleveland Cavaliers. In July 2023, he signed a two-way contract with the team, which also allowed him to play for the Cleveland Charge in the NBA G League.
In 2024, he played in the NBA G League Next Up Game.
Career Highlights
- 2024 - NBA G League Next-Up Game
- 2020 - Gatorade National Player of the Year
- 2023 - Third-team All-MAC
