Drew Eubanks ( ; born February 1, 1997) is an American professional

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player for the

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of the

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(NBA). He played

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for the

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Early life

Eubanks was born in Starkville, Mississippi, and lived in

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, Mississippi, before moving to Troutdale, Oregon, at age 2.

College career

Eubanks played for the

of the

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. He was rated a 4-star recruit who was rated No. 1 in the state of Oregon and committed to the Beavers over Cal, Gonzaga, Oregon, and others. Eubanks averaged 14.5 points, 8.3 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game as a sophomore on a team that won five games. As a junior, Eubanks averaged 13.2 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game. He declared for the

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after the season, forgoing his final season of collegiate eligibility.

Professional career

San Antonio Spurs (2018–2022)

After going undrafted in the

, Eubanks signed with the

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for NBA Summer League play. On September 17, 2018, Eubanks signed a two-way deal with the

. Eubanks made his NBA debut on October 20, 2018, in a 108–121 loss against the

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, playing three and a half minutes and scoring two points. On November 24, 2020, Eubanks re-signed with the Spurs. On 10 February 2022, Eubanks,

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, and a 2022 second-round selection were traded to the

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in exchange for

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and a 2022 first-round draft selection. He was subsequently waived.

Portland Trail Blazers (2022–2023)

On February 22, 2022, Eubanks signed a 10-day contract with the

. He signed a second 10-day contract on March 4, a third 10-day contract on March 14 and a fourth on March 24. On April 3, he signed a contract for the rest of the season. On July 7, 2022, the Trail Blazers re-signed Eubanks to a 1-year deal.

Phoenix Suns (2023–2024)

On July 4, 2023, Eubanks signed a 2-year, $5 million deal with the

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. After making his debut with the Suns on October 24, the NBA announced on October 25 that the Suns lost one of the second-round picks they had the rights to at the time for the

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due to being in contact with Eubanks before the 2023 free agency period began. On February 14, 2024, Eubanks was punched in the face by

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F/C Isaiah Stewart hours before the Suns' home game against the Pistons at the

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began. Despite the punch, Eubanks would still play for the Suns that night, putting up 6 points and 6 rebounds in 18 minutes for Phoenix's 116–100 win over the Pistons. On June 21, 2024, Eubanks declined his $2.6 player option with the Suns entering free agency.

Utah Jazz (2024–2025)

On August 13, 2024, Eubanks signed a 2-year $10 million deal with the

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Los Angeles Clippers (2025–present)

On February 1, 2025, (his 28th birthday), Eubanks was traded to the

alongside

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in exchange for Mo Bamba,

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, a 2030 second-round pick and cash considerations.

Personal life

Eubanks married his wife Hailey on August 20, 2022. His parents are David and Laura Eubanks.

Career statistics

NBA

Regular season

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Playoffs

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References

External links

Oregon State Beavers bio
* {{DEFAULTSORT:Eubanks, Drew 1997 births Living people 21st-century American sportsmen American men's basketball players Austin Spurs players Basketball players from Mississippi Basketball players from Oregon Los Angeles Clippers players Oregon State Beavers men's basketball players People from Troutdale, Oregon Phoenix Suns players Portland Trail Blazers players Power forwards San Antonio Spurs players Sportspeople from Starkville, Mississippi Sportspeople from the Portland metropolitan area Undrafted NBA players Utah Jazz players