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Jared Armon Cunningham (born May 22, 1991) is an American professional basketball player. He played college basketball for Oregon State, where he was an All-Pac-12 first team selection before being selected with the 24th overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Key Information

High school career

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In his junior season at San Leandro High School, Cunningham averaged 17.8 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game. As a senior, He averaged 20.4 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game. He earned academic All-America honors his senior year.[1]

Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Cunningham was listed as the No. 14 point guard and the No. 76 player in the nation in 2009.[2]

College career

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Freshman season

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In Cunningham's freshman season at Oregon State, he averaged 6.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game. In a first-round game against Boston University in the 2010 College Basketball Invitational, he recorded a then career-high of 21 points.[1]

Sophomore season

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In his sophomore season, Cunningham averaged 14.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 2.83 steals per game. He was first in the Pac-10 in steals and was also fifth in the nation. He was named to the All-Pac-10 Second Team and the Pac-10 All-Defensive-Team. He was also named to the Pac-10 All-Tournament Team after averaging 23.5 points per game in the 2011 Pacific-10 Conference men's basketball tournament.[1]

Junior season

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In his junior season, he averaged 17.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.53 steals per game. He led the Pac-12 in steals per game for the second consecutive season, and also finished ninth nationally. Cunningham was also named to the All-Pac-12 First Team and the Pac-12 All-Defensive Team. Additionally, he was named to the Pac-12 All-Tournament team for the second consecutive season.[1] On April 9, 2012, Jared declared for the 2012 NBA draft.[3]

Professional career

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Cunningham with the Dallas Mavericks in 2012

Cunningham was selected with the 24th overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. His draft rights were then traded with Jae Crowder and Bernard James to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Tyler Zeller and Kelenna Azubuike on draft night. On July 21, 2012, he signed his rookie scale contract with the Mavericks.[4] On December 11, 2012, he was assigned to the Texas Legends.[5] He was recalled by the Mavericks on December 31, 2012,[6] reassigned on January 28, 2013,[7] and recalled again on March 30, 2013.[8]

On June 27, 2013, Cunningham was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in a draft night deal,[9] and he later joined the Hawks for the 2013 NBA Summer League. During his sophomore season, he had multiple assignments with the Bakersfield Jam of the NBA Development League.[10] On February 22, 2014, he was waived by the Hawks.[11]

On March 31, 2014, Cunningham signed a 10-day contract with the Sacramento Kings.[12] On April 10, 2014, he signed with the Kings for the rest of the season.[13] In July 2014, he joined the Kings for the 2014 NBA Summer League but did not receive a new contract offer from the team.

On September 29, 2014, Cunningham signed with the Los Angeles Clippers.[14] On January 7, 2015, he was traded, along with the draft rights to Cenk Akyol and cash considerations, to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for the draft rights to Sergei Lishouk.[15] He was waived by the 76ers later that day.[16]

On January 15, 2015, Cunningham was acquired by the Delaware 87ers of the NBA Development League.[17] On March 7, he was traded to the Idaho Stampede in exchange for Joel Wright.[18]

In July 2015, Cunningham joined the Utah Jazz for the 2015 NBA Summer League.[19] On September 28, 2015, he signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers.[20] On February 18, 2016, he was traded, along with a future second-round pick, to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Channing Frye.[21] Four days later, he was waived by the Magic.[22] On March 8, he was reacquired by the Idaho Stampede.[23] The next day, he made his season debut for Idaho in a 114–113 loss to the Texas Legends, recording 30 points and three rebounds in 26 minutes.[24]

On March 16, 2016, Cunningham signed a 10-day contract with the Milwaukee Bucks.[25] On March 20, he made his debut for the Bucks in a 94–85 loss to the Utah Jazz, recording four points, one rebound, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes off the bench.[26] Following the conclusion of his 10-day contract, the Bucks parted ways with Cunningham.[27] On March 28, he was reacquired by the Stampede.[28]

On August 23, 2016, Cunningham signed with Jiangsu Monkey King of the Chinese Basketball Association.[29]

In June 2017, Cunningham signed with the Washington Wizards for the 2017 NBA Summer League.[30]

On August 29, 2017, Cunningham signed a one-year deal with Bayern Munich of the German Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) and the EuroCup.[31] On June 16, 2018, he won the German national championship in his first year with the team.

On November 28, 2018, Cunningham signed a deal with Italian basketball club Basket Brescia Leonessa of the LBA.[32] He joined the Santa Cruz Warriors of the NBA G League in 2019.[33]

On January 17, 2020, Cunningham was reported to have signed with Shanghai Sharks.[34]

On January 25, 2021, he signed with Bnei Herzliya of the Israeli Basketball Premier League.[35]

On September 29, 2021, Cunningham signed with the Detroit Pistons.[36] He was waived before the start of the season and joined the Motor City Cruise.[37] However, he was released on November 15, before playing for the Cruise.[38]

On December 14, 2022, Cunningham signed with Pieno žvaigždės Pasvalys of the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL).[39]

On November 22, 2023, Cunningham signed with Vojvodina of the Basketball League of Serbia (KLS).[40]

Career statistics

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NBA

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high
Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2012–13 Dallas 8 0 3.3 .429 .667 1.000 .4 .1 .1 .0 2.0
2013–14 Atlanta 5 0 4.4 .500 .000 .000 .2 .6 .0 .0 .4
2013–14 Sacramento 8 0 7.3 .263 .167 .929 .6 .6 .4 .0 3.0
2014–15 L.A. Clippers 19 0 4.7 .364 .308 .538 .5 .5 .2 .0 1.8
2015–16 Cleveland 40 3 8.9 .352 .313 .625 .7 .5 .3 .1 2.6
2015–16 Milwaukee 4 0 13.8 .286 .286 .357 2.3 .3 .5 .0 4.0
Career 84 3 7.2 .347 .306 .674 .7 .5 .3 .0 2.3

College

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2009–10 Oregon State 32 19 19.1 .512 .333 .747 2.0 .9 1.3 .1 6.2
2010–11 Oregon State 30 29 29.2 .437 .360 .779 3.1 2.1 2.8 .2 14.2
2011–12 Oregon State 36 35 34.6 .450 .338 .737 3.8 2.8 2.5 .4 17.9
Career 98 83 27.9 .455 .344 .754 3.0 2.0 2.2 .2 13.0

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from Grokipedia
Jared Armon Cunningham (born May 22, 1991) is an American professional basketball player who primarily plays as a and shooting guard, standing at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall. A native of , he attended San Leandro High School before playing college basketball for the from 2009 to 2012, where he earned All-Pac-12 First Team honors as a junior and All-Pac-12 Second Team as a sophomore, along with two selections to the Pac-12 All-Defensive Team. Cunningham was selected by the with the 24th overall pick in the first round of the , though his draft rights were later traded to the . Over four NBA seasons from 2012 to 2016, he appeared in 84 regular-season games across six teams—, , , , , and —averaging 2.3 points, 0.7 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game while shooting 34.7% from the field. Following his NBA tenure, Cunningham continued his career in the , including stints with affiliates like the and , and signed a brief with the in 2021 before being waived. He has since established himself as a in international , competing in leagues across , , , , , , , and , where he most recently played for Al Shurtah Police in the Iraqi Superleague during the 2024–2025 season, averaging 21.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.7 assists over six games. Earlier in the 2024–2025 campaign, he also suited up for a team in Mexico's Liga SISNova LNBP, posting 8.7 points per game.

Pre-professional career

High school career

Jared Cunningham attended San Leandro High School in , where he developed into a standout player known for his scoring ability and defensive prowess. During his junior year in the 2007–08 season, Cunningham averaged 17.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 2.1 steals per game, helping to elevate his team's performance and drawing early attention from college recruiters. In his senior year of 2008–09, he improved further, posting averages of 20.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game across 27 contests, while also contributing 2.0 steals and 0.9 blocks per game; his scoring outbursts included a 35-point performance in February 2009. For his academic excellence alongside his athletic achievements that year, Cunningham earned honors. Rated as a four-star recruit, Cunningham initially made a non-binding oral commitment to as a , but the Sun Devils later pursued another player at his position, leading to a mutual parting of ways during his senior signing period. He then committed to , citing strong chemistry with the coaching staff under Craig Robinson and a sense of fit with the program; at the time, he was ranked as the No. 14 nationally by . This decision marked his transition to , where he would continue to build on his high school foundation.

College career

Jared Cunningham enrolled at in 2009 and played for the Beavers men's basketball team through the 2011–12 season. As a guard, he emerged as a pivotal player for the team, leveraging his quickness and defensive prowess to drive scoring opportunities while anchoring the backcourt defense. Throughout his college tenure, Cunningham amassed 1,271 points, placing him 13th on Oregon State's all-time scoring list, alongside 219 steals that rank second in program history and 427 made free throws, third all-time. His contributions extended beyond offense, as he led the Pac-10 in steals during his sophomore year and consistently disrupted opponents' plays, helping elevate the Beavers' perimeter defense. Cunningham's standout performances earned him significant recognition, including selection to the All-Pac-10 Second Team in 2011 and the All-Pac-12 First Team in 2012. Following his junior season, where he showcased elite athleticism and playmaking, he declared for the , opting to forgo his senior year to pursue a professional career.

2009–10 season

As a freshman at during the 2009–10 season, Jared Cunningham adjusted to while contributing as a guard on a team that finished with a 14–18 overall record and an 8–10 mark in the Pac-10 Conference. He appeared in all 32 games, starting 19 of them, but saw limited playing time overall, averaging 19.1 minutes per game due to the depth at the guard position ahead of him on the roster. His season averages included 6.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game, reflecting a modest role as he acclimated to the higher level of competition. Cunningham recorded several notable performances that highlighted his potential. He made his first career start on November 28, 2009, against George Washington, logging 25 minutes and scoring 2 points. Double-digit scoring outings included 13 points against Colorado on December 4, 2009, and 13 points versus Cal State Bakersfield on December 6, 2009, with his season high of 21 points coming against Boston University on March 17, 2010, in the College Basketball Invitational; he also scored 20 points on March 4, 2010, against Washington State, where he shot 7-of-8 from the field and added a career-best 8 steals in a 59–55 victory. Defensively, Cunningham showed early promise, averaging 1.3 steals per game and tying for 10th in the Pac-10 Conference in that category. He also worked on his perimeter shooting, connecting on 33.3% of his three-point attempts (4-of-12 for the season), which helped round out his offensive skill set amid the team's struggles.

2010–11 season

In his season at during 2010–11, Jared Cunningham transitioned from a limited reserve role as a to a key starter, appearing in 30 games and starting 29 of them while averaging 29.2 minutes per contest. This expanded playing time marked a significant breakthrough, as he emerged as one of the Beavers' primary scoring and defensive threats in the Pac-10 Conference. Cunningham's statistical output reflected his growing impact, where he averaged 14.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and a conference-leading 2.8 steals per game, ranking fifth nationally in steals. His defensive prowess earned him selections to the All-Pac-10 Second Team and the Pac-10 All-Defensive Team, while his performance in the Pac-10 Tournament—averaging 23.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.0 assists, and 4.0 steals over two games—secured a spot on the All-Tournament Team. Key performances highlighted Cunningham's scoring ability against conference opponents, including a season-high 24 points in an 80–76 upset victory over USC on January 15 and 23 points in a 78–69 tournament quarterfinal loss to on March 10. Despite State's challenging 5–13 Pac-10 record and 11–20 overall mark, Cunningham's contributions helped stabilize the backcourt and provided consistent energy on both ends of the floor.

2011–12 season

As a junior in the 2011–12 season, Jared Cunningham emerged as a full-time starter for the , anchoring the team's backcourt with his explosive athleticism and tenacious defense. He averaged 17.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and a league-leading 2.5 steals per game, showcasing his ability to disrupt opponents' offenses while facilitating transition plays. His elite defensive impact was recognized with selections to the All-Pac-12 First Team and All-Defensive Team, highlighting his role as the conference's top perimeter defender. Cunningham's scoring prowess was evident in multiple high-output performances, including a career-high 37 points against and 35 points versus Hofstra, which helped propel the Beavers through non-conference play. Despite his individual excellence, Oregon State struggled in Pac-12 competition, finishing with a 7–11 conference record and an overall mark of 21–15, often unable to overcome defensive lapses from supporting cast members. Cunningham's leadership was crucial in keeping the team competitive, particularly in steals-forced fast breaks that defined the Beavers' up-tempo style. Following the season, Cunningham declared for the as an early entry candidate.

Professional career

2012 NBA draft

After completing his junior season at , where he averaged 17.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.5 steals per game, Cunningham declared for the on April 9, 2012, forgoing his senior year. In the first round of the held on June 28, Cunningham was selected by the with the 24th overall pick. His draft rights were immediately traded to the as part of a multi-player deal; Dallas acquired the rights to the 24th pick (Cunningham), the 33rd pick (Bernard James), and the 34th pick () from in exchange for the rights to the 17th pick (). Pre-draft scouting reports praised Cunningham's elite speed and quickness, which made him a disruptive force on defense, as evidenced by his Pac-12 All-Defensive honors and career 2.3 steals per game in college. Analysts also noted his scoring potential, particularly in transition and off the dribble, though they highlighted areas for improvement in his jump shot consistency and playmaking. Cunningham joined ' roster for the 2012 Las Vegas NBA Summer League but did not play in any games due to a strained he sustained during pre-draft workouts. The sidelined him for the entire event, limiting his early opportunities to showcase his skills against professional competition.

Early NBA years (2012–2016)

Cunningham began his NBA career with the after being selected 24th overall in the and immediately traded to Dallas from the . During his rookie 2012–13 season, he appeared in just 8 games off the bench, averaging 2.0 points and 3.3 minutes per game, primarily as a developmental player with limited opportunities due to a crowded backcourt. He spent much of the year with the Mavericks' G League affiliate, the , honing his skills before being recalled briefly. On June 27, 2013, Cunningham was traded to the in a draft-night deal involving multiple picks and players, signing a rookie-scale extension as part of the transaction. In the 2013–14 season with Atlanta, his role remained marginal, playing in 5 games for 0.4 before being waived on February 22, 2014, amid ongoing struggles for consistent minutes. Later that month, he signed a 10-day contract with the on March 31, 2014, appearing in 8 games and averaging 3.0 points, with a focus on perimeter defense during brief stints; the Kings then signed him for the remainder of the season on April 10. Entering free agency, Cunningham signed an unguaranteed one-year minimum contract with the on September 17, 2014, where he provided bench depth in 19 games during the 2014–15 season, averaging 1.8 points and 4.7 minutes while emphasizing defensive contributions in spot rotations. On January 7, 2015, he was traded to the along with draft rights and cash but was waived the same day without playing. The following season, he joined the on a partially guaranteed minimum deal on September 28, 2015, earning more consistent bench minutes in 40 games (2.6 points, 9.0 minutes per game) and starting three contests, often tasked with guarding opposing guards. On February 18, 2016, Cleveland traded him to the for forward , but Orlando waived him four days later; he then signed a 10-day contract with the on March 16, appearing in 4 games (4.0 points per game) before his early NBA tenure concluded. Throughout these years, Cunningham's NBA experience was marked by roster instability and restricted playing time, totaling 84 games with averages of 2.3 points, 0.7 rebounds, and 0.5 assists in 7.2 minutes per game, primarily in defensive bench roles across five teams. This period highlighted his transition challenges from college stardom to NBA fringe status, leading to a shift toward international opportunities after 2016.

International and G League stints (2016–2024)

Following his departure from the NBA in 2016, Cunningham signed with the Jiangsu Monkey King of China's Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) for the 2016–17 season. He emerged as a prolific scorer, averaging 34.0 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game across 31 appearances, leading the league in free throw attempts (426) and ranking among the top scorers with 1,055 total points. His standout performance included a career-high 74 points on December 28, 2016, against the Fujian Stars, showcasing his explosive athleticism and scoring versatility in a high-volume role. In the 2017–18 season, Cunningham moved to of Germany's (BBL) and EuroCup. He contributed 12.4 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game in 21 EuroCup outings, while helping the team secure the in June 2018 with 16 points and five assists in the decisive Game 5 victory over the . Additionally, he earned BBL honors that year and won the German National Cup with Bayern. Intermittently, he appeared in the earlier that period but focused primarily on his European success. Cunningham joined Germani Basket Brescia of Italy's Lega Basket Serie A (LBA) in November 2018 for the 2018–19 campaign, where he averaged 13.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 18 LBA games, ranking second in the league in usage percentage (28.0). The following season, he briefly returned to the NBA G League with the Santa Cruz Warriors in 2019, posting 10.5 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists across 13 games before departing in January 2020 to sign with the Shanghai Sharks of the CBA. With Shanghai, he appeared in three games, averaging 26.7 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists, though the stint was shortened by the COVID-19 pandemic. In January 2021, Cunningham signed with Bnei Herzliya of Israel's Ligat HaAl for the remainder of the 2020–21 season, but limited play due to resulted in just two with 2.0 points per contest. Later that year, on September 29, 2021, he received a training camp invitation from the and joined their G League affiliate, the , though he was waived in October without appearing in regular-season . Seeking consistent opportunities abroad, he signed with Pieno žvaigždės Pasvalys of Lithuania's LKL in December for the 2022–23 season, where he averaged 10.0 points in limited action before moving on. Cunningham continued his peripatetic career in 2023–24, starting with KK Vojvodina Novi Sad of Serbia's KLS and ABA League Second Division in November 2023, where he provided scoring punch with 11.7 points per game across 23 appearances. These stints highlighted his adaptability across diverse basketball landscapes, maintaining double-digit scoring averages while pursuing NBA return opportunities.

2024–present

In late 2024, Cunningham extended his international career by signing with of Mexico's (LNBP) for the remainder of the 2024–25 season. Playing as a guard, he contributed offensively, averaging 8.7 points per game during his stint with the team. Following the Mexican season, Cunningham joined Al Shurtah Police of the for the 2024–25 season. He appeared in key games, including the playoff semifinals in April 2025, where he helped secure a 95–70 victory over Al Karkh. This move built on his prior overseas experience, enhancing his versatility as a veteran perimeter player. As of November 2025, Cunningham remains an unsigned .

Career statistics

NBA

Jared Cunningham appeared in 84 regular-season games over four NBA seasons from 2012 to 2016, suiting up for six teams without starting a single contest. His career per-game averages stood at 2.3 points, 0.7 rebounds, and 0.5 assists, while shooting 34.7% from the field overall. Cunningham did not participate in any NBA playoff games during this period. Cunningham's scoring output varied across teams, with his most productive stint in terms of per-game points coming in four games for the (4.0 PPG), followed by eight games for the (3.0 PPG). He averaged 2.6 points in 40 games with the and 2.0 points in eight games with the , his original NBA team after being drafted. Limited appearances with the (0.4 PPG in five games) and (1.8 PPG in 19 games) rounded out his team breakdowns. In advanced metrics, Cunningham posted a career player efficiency rating (PER) of 6.8 and a true shooting percentage (TS%) of 46.5%, reflecting his role as a bench guard with modest efficiency. His PER peaked at 14.8 during his rookie season with , dropping to 5.9 in 2015–16 across and .

Regular Season Per Game Stats by Season

SeasonTeam(s)GPMPGPPGRPGAPGFG%PERTS%
2012–1383.32.00.40.1.42914.8.538
2013–14ATL/SAC136.22.00.50.6.2868.5.464
2014–15LAC194.71.80.50.5.3647.3.452
2015–16CLE/MIL449.32.70.90.5.3435.9.464
Career847.22.30.70.5.3476.8.465
Source: Basketball-Reference.com

Regular Season Per Game Stats by Team

TeamGPPPGRPGAPGFG%
82.00.40.1.429
ATL50.40.20.6.500
SAC83.00.60.6.263
LAC191.80.50.5.364
CLE402.60.70.5.352
MIL44.02.30.3.286
Career842.30.70.5.347
Source: Basketball-Reference.com

Career Regular Season Totals

CategoryTotal
Games Played84
Minutes Played605
Points197
Rebounds56
Assists39
Field Goals Made60
Field Goal Attempts173
6.8
True Shooting %.465
Source: Basketball-Reference.com

College

Jared Cunningham played college basketball for the Oregon State Beavers in the Pac-10 (later Pac-12) Conference from 2009 to 2012, appearing in 98 games and demonstrating steady improvement as a scoring guard over his three seasons. In his freshman year (2009–10), Cunningham averaged 6.2 points per game while providing defensive contributions with 1.3 steals per game. As a sophomore (2010–11), he emerged as a key perimeter player, boosting his scoring to 14.2 points per game and leading the team with 2.8 steals per game. His junior season (2011–12) marked a breakout, as he averaged a team-high 17.9 points per game and earned All-Pac-12 first-team honors. The following table summarizes Cunningham's per-game statistics by season:
SeasonGPMPGPPGRPGAPGSPGTOVFG%3P%FT%
2009–103219.16.22.00.91.32.3.512.333.747
2010–113029.214.23.12.12.82.5.437.360.779
2011–123634.617.93.82.82.52.8.450.338.737
Source: Sports-Reference.com Cunningham performed particularly strongly in conference play, where he averaged 19.2 points per game during the 2011–12 Pac-12 season, compared to 16.7 points in non-conference games that year, highlighting his effectiveness against league opponents. Over his college career, Cunningham totaled 1,271 points, 294 rebounds, 193 assists, 219 steals, and 251 turnovers, while shooting 45.5% from the field, 34.4% from three-point range, and 75.4% from the free-throw line across 98 games, for an overall scoring average of 13.0 points per game.

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