Jamal Murray is a 26-year-old Canadian basketball player born in Kitchener, Ontario. He is of mixed ethnicity and follows Christianity. Roger Murray, the father of basketball player Murray, used to run track and played against Kitchener native Lennox Lewis before Lewis became a professional boxer.
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Murray showed an early aptitude for basketball and played in a league for 10-year-olds at age 6. After that, Murray went on to play against high school and college players by the age of 12 or 13, thanks to his father’s training regimen that involvedkung fu exercises and meditation.
Murray and Thon Maker were a successful duo for Orangeville Prep, winning against many American schools. Murray was named MVP at the Jordan Brand Classic International Game and the 2015 Nike Hoop Summit, becoming the second Canadian to win the award. He scored 30 points in the Nike game.
Murray was named MVP of the 2015 BioSteel All-Canadian Basketball Game. He committed to play for Kentucky under coach John Calipari and was recognized on several midseason watchlists for awards. Murray was awarded Western Conference Rookie of the Month for October and November. He also earned MVP in the Rising Stars Challenge with 36 points and 11 assists leading Team World to a victory over Team USA.
Jamal Murray is currently dating HarperHempel and is not married. The couple reportedly keeps their love life private, but sources confirm they are engaged and living happily together. Jamal Murray attended Grand River Collegiate Institute and Orangeville Prep in Ontario before studying at Kentucky University. He played for various teams to advance his basketball career. Must Read Aaron Gordon Net Worth.