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Jeremy Juliusz Sochan (/ˈsoʊhæn/ SOH-han;[1] born May 20, 2003) is a Polish-American professional basketball player for the San Antonio Spurs of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and Poland national team. Born in the United States to a Polish mother and an American father, he moved to Milton Keynes, England when he was three years old. He played youth basketball in Milton Keynes before moving to Southampton at 16 to briefly play professionally for the Solent Kestrels. Sochan moved to the United States to attend La Lumiere School, a power forward in the 2021 class, he then started his professional career in Germany with OrangeAcademy of the ProB in 2020. He played college basketball for the Baylor Bears during the 2021–22 season and was selected ninth overall by the Spurs in the 2022 NBA draft.
Key Information
Sochan plays for the Poland national basketball team after playing for both the England and Poland teams as a junior.
Early life and career
[edit]Sochan was born in Guymon, Oklahoma. His mother Aneta was a Polish basketball player for Polonia Warsaw who played Division II college basketball at Panhandle State. While there, she met Sochan's father, Ryan Williams, who played for the men's basketball team.[2] Williams lost his life in an auto crash in 2017. Sochan has a younger half-brother and stepfather.[3]
Sochan's maternal grandfather, Juliusz Sochan, after whom he received his middle name, was a director of the basketball section of AZS AWF Warsaw and the president of the Warsaw Regional Basketball Association.[4] His great-grandfather Zygmunt Sochan was an association football player for Warszawianka, making 94 appearances in the Ekstraklasa (Polish top division) before World War II, when he joined the Polish resistance against the German occupiers and was a Stutthof concentration camp survivor.[5]
Sochan took his first steps in basketball while living in England, first as a youth for the MK Trojans in Milton Keynes before moving to Southampton and playing for the Solent Kestrels youth team and Itchen College.[6][7]
Sochan began his high school career at La Lumiere School in Indiana, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he left the United States.[6]
Sochan committed to playing college basketball for Baylor in July 2020.[8]
College career
[edit]On January 8, 2022, Sochan sprained his ankle during a game against TCU and missed several games.[9] Following the season, he earned the Big 12 Sixth Man Award and was named to the Big 12 All-Freshman Team.[10] His team later earned a #1 seed in the 2022 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, but lost in the second round. As a freshman, he averaged 9.2 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. On April 15, 2022, Sochan declared for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility.[11]
Professional career
[edit]OrangeAcademy (2020–2021)
[edit]In 2020, Sochan joined the German club OrangeAcademy of the ProB.[12]
San Antonio Spurs (2022–present)
[edit]Sochan was selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the ninth overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft.[13] Sochan joined the Spurs' roster in the 2022 NBA Summer League, but later was ruled out after being placed in the NBA's Health and Safety Protocol after testing positive for coronavirus.[14][15]
On July 8, 2022, Sochan signed a rookie-scale contract with the Spurs.[16] On December 22, Sochan scored a then-career-high 23 points and grabbed nine rebounds in a 126–117 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.[17] For the 2023–24 NBA season, Sochan was named as the Spurs starting point guard, a position previously held by teammate Tre Jones.[18] Dubbed as an "experiment", this decision to play him as a point forward for the first time was made due to Sochan displaying playmaking abilities the prior season.[19][20] He resumed playing as power forward again after 17 games.[21] On January 28, 2023, Sochan scored a then-career-high 30 points in a 128–118 loss to the Phoenix Suns.[22] On November 30, 2023, he recorded a career high of 33 points in a 137–135 loss to the Atlanta Hawks.[23]
Sochan has gained attention for his unorthodox technique of shooting free throws with one hand, an approach he began using in December 2022 after Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich suggested it as an experiment to increase Sochan's free throw percentage.[24] The technique proved to increase his average free throw percentage by roughly 30% during the 2022–23 season.[25] After an October 2023 game, Sochan said, "Yeah, I think I will be sticking with the one-hand free throw."[25]
On August 24, 2024, Sochan was involved in a car accident in San Antonio. He told police he lost control of his vehicle and hit a guardrail on the ramp connecting two highways. Sochan was uninjured in the crash.[26]
In November 2024, Sochan was scheduled to have surgery to repair a fractured left thumb. He was forced to exit early from the game versus the Los Angeles Clippers.[27]
National team career
[edit]Sochan had represented both Poland and England nationally at the junior level.[6] As part of Poland's under-16 national basketball team, he led his team to the title at the 2019 FIBA U16 European Championship Division B in Montenegro. There, he became tournament MVP.[28]
Sochan has been a member of the Polish national basketball team. In his first game at the EuroBasket 2022 qualification, he led Poland over Romania 88–81 when he became the youngest player to ever play for Poland. He played 29 minutes in which he scored 18 points, including a four-point play at the end and a game-deciding block.[28]
Career statistics
[edit]| 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 |
NBA
[edit]| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–23 | San Antonio | 56 | 53 | 26.0 | .453 | .246 | .698 | 5.3 | 2.5 | .8 | .4 | 11.0 |
| 2023–24 | San Antonio | 74 | 73 | 29.6 | .438 | .308 | .771 | 6.4 | 3.4 | .8 | .5 | 11.6 |
| 2024–25 | San Antonio | 54 | 23 | 25.3 | .535 | .308 | .696 | 6.5 | 2.4 | .8 | .5 | 11.4 |
| Career | 184 | 149 | 27.3 | .468 | .290 | .725 | 6.1 | 2.8 | .8 | .5 | 11.4 | |
College
[edit]| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–22 | Baylor | 30 | 1 | 25.1 | .474 | .296 | .589 | 6.4 | 1.8 | 1.3 | .7 | 9.2 |
References
[edit]- ^ Jeremy Sochan Interview - February 2020 - Itchen College Basketball. Jack O'Keeffe. May 23, 2020. Event occurs at 0:00. Retrieved May 9, 2023 – via YouTube.
- ^ Burchardt, Damian (July 15, 2022). "Jeremy Sochan Is the Spurs' Latest International Man of Mystery". The Ringer. Retrieved October 27, 2022.
- ^ Polska, Vogue (August 2, 2022). "Jeremy Sochan: Marzę o mistrzostwie". Vogue Polska (in Polish). Retrieved August 28, 2023.
- ^ "Jeremy Sochan, najmłodszy debiutant w kadrze koszykarzy, kończy 18 lat". TVP Sport (in Polish). May 20, 2021. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
- ^ "Zygmunt Sochan – pradziadek koszykarza". Futbolowe zapiski (in Polish). February 26, 2021. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
- ^ a b c El. EuroBasketu: do kadry trafił dzięki mamie. Jeremy Sochan niedługo spróbuje zaśpiewać "Mazurka Dąbrowskiego" Jakub Kłyszejko (Sport.TV.PL), February 20, 2021. Accessed February 23, 2021. (in Polish)
- ^ @ItchenCollege (June 23, 2022). "All of us here at Itchen are keeping our eyes peeled in anticipation to see where ex-student @SochanJeremy lands in the 2022 #NBADraft" (Tweet). Retrieved June 24, 2022 – via Twitter.
- ^ Givony, Jonathan (July 16, 2020). "FIBA U16 standout Jeremy Sochan commits to Baylor". ESPN. Retrieved September 16, 2021.
- ^ Werner, John (January 15, 2022). "Cold start costs No. 1 Bears in 61-54 loss to Oklahoma State". Waco Tribune-Herald. Retrieved January 17, 2022.
- ^ "Men's Basketball All-Big 12 Awards Announced" (PDF). big12sports.com. March 6, 2022. Retrieved March 30, 2022.
- ^ Givony, Jonathan (April 15, 2022). "Jeremy Sochan, Baylor men's basketball freshman, entering NBA draft". ESPN.com. Retrieved April 15, 2022.
- ^ "Jeremy Sochan wird ein Ulmer Der MVP der FIBA U16 EM 2019 (Division B) wechselt aus den USA an die Donau". orangeacademy.one (in German). July 7, 2020. Retrieved July 7, 2020.
- ^ Mauricio, Ezekiel (June 23, 2022). "Spurs select Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley in 2022 NBA draft". NBA.com. Retrieved June 23, 2022.
- ^ Taylor, Cody (June 29, 2022). "Report: Spurs' Jeremy Sochan placed in health and safety protocol". The Rookie Wire. Retrieved July 14, 2022.
- ^ Taylor, Cody (July 8, 2022). "Spurs first-round pick Jeremy Sochan ruled out of summer league". The Rookie Wire. Retrieved July 14, 2022.
- ^ Pederson, Landon (July 8, 2022). "SPURS SIGN 2022 FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK JEREMY SOCHAN". nba.com. Retrieved July 14, 2022.
- ^ Taylor, Cody (December 22, 2022). "'He was amazing for us': Spurs' Jeremy Sochan dazzles in career night". USA Today. Retrieved December 22, 2022.
- ^ "Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Starting at PG this season". CBSSports.com. October 19, 2023. Retrieved November 26, 2023.
- ^ Lopez, Andrew (November 20, 2023). "Jeremy Sochan isn't a point guard, but the Spurs are making him one". ESPN.com. Retrieved November 26, 2023.
- ^ Monroe, Mike (November 22, 2023). "Jeremy Sochan experiment has seen 'bumps in the road', but how long will it last?". The Athletic. Retrieved November 26, 2023 – via The New York Times.
- ^ Simone, Jack (December 13, 2023). "Jeremy Sochan point guard experiment is finally over for Spurs". Spurs Wire. Retrieved January 27, 2024.
- ^ Colwell, Zachary (January 28, 2023). "Sochan scores a career-high 30 in crazy OT loss to the Suns". SB Nation. Retrieved January 29, 2023.
- ^ Brener, Jeremy (December 1, 2023). "Spurs Fall Short vs. Hawks; Losing Streak Extended to 13". Sports Illustrated. Archived from the original on December 4, 2023. Retrieved December 1, 2023.
- ^ Monroe, Mike (December 27, 2023). "Finishing touch: Spurs' Jeremy Sochan shoots free throws one-handed ... and now makes them". The Athletic. Retrieved January 29, 2024.
- ^ a b Moyle, Nick (October 4, 2023). "Spurs' Jeremy Sochan confirms his one-handed free throw is here to stay". San Antonio Express-News. Retrieved January 29, 2024.
- ^ "Spurs' Jeremy Sochan not injured after he 'lost control of his vehicle' during car crash in San Antonio". CBSSports.com. August 30, 2024. Retrieved September 4, 2024.
- ^ Askounis, Johnny (November 6, 2024). "Jeremy Sochan is set for surgery after fracturing left thumb". Eurohoops. Retrieved November 6, 2024.
- ^ a b Ulm hat zwei neue Basketball-Nationalspieler Sebastian Schmid (Südwest Presse), February 26, 2021. Accessed February 28, 2021. (in German)
External links
[edit]- Career statistics from NBA.com · Basketball Reference
- Baylor Bears bio
Jeremy Sochan
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Family and upbringing
Jeremy Sochan was born on May 20, 2003, in Guymon, Oklahoma, to Aneta Sochan, a Polish former professional basketball player, and Ryan Williams, an American who also played college basketball.[5][6] His mother, originally from Warsaw, had competed at the Division II level for Oklahoma Panhandle State University before embarking on a professional career with Polonia Warszawa in Poland and later teams in England.[7][8] Williams, an African American forward from Oklahoma City, met Aneta at Panhandle State, where their shared passion for the sport initially bonded them. This multicultural heritage—Polish from his mother and American from his father—instilled in Sochan a dual identity from an early age, reflected in his later representations for both Poland and England in junior international basketball.[9] The family relocated from the United States to Europe shortly after Sochan's birth, first to France and then to Southampton, England, when he was about three years old, before settling primarily in Milton Keynes. Aneta later partnered with Wiktor Lipiecki, who became Sochan's stepfather and helped raise him.[5][10][11] Ryan Williams was largely absent from Sochan's life during his childhood, and in May 2017, around Sochan's 14th birthday, he learned of his father's death in a car accident in Oklahoma City at age 37.[6] Aneta, along with stepfather Wiktor Lipiecki, raised Sochan, providing stability amid these transitions and fostering his interest in basketball through her own experiences and encouragement to "be irritating" on the court as a defensive mindset.[8] Sochan's early exposure to basketball came through his mother's influence and local clubs in England, where she remained involved in the sport, including with teams like the Milton Keynes Breakers.[9] Family support, including summers spent in Poland visiting relatives, further nurtured his development and connection to his Polish roots, setting the foundation for his youth basketball journey in organized programs.[5]Youth basketball in England
Sochan's introduction to organized basketball in England came through the MK Trojans youth academy in Milton Keynes, where his family had relocated when he was a young child. He began playing at age three and progressed through the various age groups, building foundational skills in a competitive local environment that emphasized team play and fundamental development.[9][10] In 2018, at age 15, Sochan moved to Southampton to pursue advanced training with the Solent Kestrels, a prominent club offering higher-level youth competition. This transition allowed him to compete in national youth leagues and championships, where he gained exposure to more intense gameplay and structured coaching. The Kestrels' program focused on holistic player growth, enabling Sochan to refine his game against stronger opposition.[3][12] Throughout his time in English youth basketball, Sochan cultivated versatile skills, particularly his defensive versatility and playmaking ability through passing, which became hallmarks of his style. These attributes were honed in training sessions and matches that prioritized two-way contributions over scoring specialization.[10] Sochan successfully balanced his intensifying basketball commitments with academics under the English schooling system, attending classes alongside practices and games to maintain eligibility and personal development. This dual focus was supported by the structured environment of youth academies, which integrated education with athletic pursuits.[9][3]High school and pre-college career
Itchen College
In 2017, Jeremy Sochan relocated from Milton Keynes to Southampton, England, where he enrolled at Itchen College and joined the college's basketball team, competing in the English Academies Basketball League (EABL).[13][3] Building on his prior youth club experience with the Solent Kestrels, Sochan played as a high school-age freshman, marking his entry into more structured scholastic competition.[14] During the 2018-2019 season, Sochan emerged as a standout performer for Itchen College, averaging double-doubles in points and rebounds while contributing significantly in assists and steals. His versatile play helped the team secure notable victories, including an upset over the previously undefeated Barking Abbey, where he recorded 31 points and 15 rebounds as a 15-year-old. For his efforts, he earned All-EABL First Team honors in the Southern Conference, highlighting his rapid development as a prospect.[15][16] Sochan's performances at Itchen College provided his first significant exposure to international scouts via European youth circuits, including opportunities that led to his selection for the Poland U16 national team. Academically, he maintained strong grades while balancing rigorous training, demonstrating effective time management. This period solidified his commitment to basketball, prompting him to pursue it full-time by seeking advanced opportunities abroad after one season.[7][7]La Lumiere School and Orange Academy
In 2019, Sochan transferred to La Lumiere School in La Porte, Indiana, for his junior year of high school, seeking to elevate his game against top American competition.[17] The move came after his standout performances in England, positioning him as a four-star recruit in the class of 2021. At La Lumiere, a nationally ranked program, Sochan adapted to the fast-paced U.S. prep style, contributing to the team's strong regular season before the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted play.[18] On July 16, 2020, Sochan committed to Baylor University, choosing the Bears over finalists including Kansas, Arizona, and Michigan State, drawn by coach Scott Drew's development track record for international players.[19] The commitment highlighted his rising profile following an MVP performance at the 2019 FIBA U16 European Championship Division B.[20] Due to pandemic-related travel restrictions and the cancellation of the 2020 GEICO Nationals, Sochan returned to Europe in late 2020, joining Orange Academy, a developmental program affiliated with ratiopharm Ulm in Germany's Pro B League.[17] Playing as a 17-year-old, he appeared in 21 games during the 2020-2021 season, averaging 9.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game while shooting 42.5% from the field.[21] This stint marked his entry into professional basketball, where he benefited from structured coaching under Ulm's system, emphasizing discipline and versatility.[22] Sochan's time at Orange Academy facilitated his adaptation to the European professional style, which prioritizes team-oriented play, physicality, and efficient ball movement over individual athleticism—elements that complemented his defensive instincts and multi-positional skills.[9] The experience served as a crucial bridge, enhancing his maturity ahead of college basketball and boosting his international recruitment visibility.[23]College career
Baylor Bears season
Sochan enrolled at Baylor University in June 2021 ahead of the 2021–22 season and made his collegiate debut for the Bears on November 12 against Incarnate Word, playing under head coach Scott Drew.[24][25][26] As a true freshman, Sochan emerged as a versatile forward off the bench, leveraging his length and defensive instincts to guard multiple positions while facilitating transition plays and securing rebounds.[27] His multi-faceted role helped bolster Baylor's perimeter defense and fast-break opportunities, contributing to the team's tied-for-first finish in the Big 12 Conference with a 14–4 record.[28] In 30 games with one start, Sochan averaged 9.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.3 steals, and 0.7 blocks per game, shooting 47.4 percent from the field.[29] These contributions were particularly evident in his ability to disrupt passing lanes and crash the glass, often turning defensive stops into scoring chances for teammates. Among his standout performances, Sochan recorded a double-double during the regular season, with 16 points and 11 rebounds in a non-conference win over Northwestern State on December 28, showcasing his scoring touch around the rim and on the perimeter.[25]Draft declaration and awards
On April 15, 2022, Sochan announced his decision to declare for the 2022 NBA draft, hiring an agent and forgoing his remaining college eligibility after a standout freshman season at Baylor, where he averaged 9.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game.[30][31] During his time with the Bears, Sochan earned several Big 12 Conference honors, including Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year, All-Big 12 Honorable Mention, and a spot on the All-Big 12 Freshman Team.[32][33][30] Leading up to the draft, Sochan participated in private workouts with multiple NBA teams, showcasing his versatility as a defender capable of guarding positions one through five due to his 6-foot-8 frame, quickness, and instincts.[27][34] Scouting reports praised his two-way potential, highlighting his ability to rebound, facilitate in transition, and disrupt opponents on perimeter and interior defense, though noting areas for growth in shooting consistency and offensive creation.[35][36]Professional career
NBA draft and rookie season
The San Antonio Spurs selected Sochan ninth overall in the first round of the 2022 NBA draft.[2] Following the draft, he signed a four-year rookie-scale contract with the Spurs on July 8, 2022, valued at $23,046,751, fully guaranteed.[37] Sochan did not participate in the 2022 NBA Summer League after entering the league's health and safety protocols shortly after being drafted, though he was initially included on the Spurs' roster.[38] During training camp, he focused on adapting to the professional level, impressing coaches with his defensive instincts and versatility in workouts alongside veterans.[39] Sochan made his NBA debut on October 19, 2022, against the Charlotte Hornets, recording 4 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals in 27 minutes during a 102-99 loss.[1] In his rookie season, he appeared in 56 games, primarily off the bench, averaging 11.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game while shooting 45.3% from the field.[2] His contributions highlighted his defensive prowess, including strong perimeter defense and rebounding, which helped anchor the Spurs' young rotation.[40] Under head coach Gregg Popovich, Sochan played a key role in the Spurs' rebuilding efforts around a youthful core, emphasizing switchable defense and multi-positional versatility to complement emerging talents.[41] Popovich praised his unselfish play and focus on team success, noting Sochan's ability to guard multiple positions and facilitate in transition as foundational to the franchise's long-term development.[42] Despite the team's 22-60 record, his integration into the system demonstrated immediate impact on both ends of the floor.[43]Subsequent seasons and recent developments
In the 2023–24 NBA season, Sochan emerged as a key contributor for the San Antonio Spurs, averaging 11.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game across 74 appearances.[2] He achieved a career-high 33 points, along with 8 rebounds and 6 assists, in a November 30, 2023, matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, shooting 12-of-14 from the field, 3-of-3 from three-point range, and 6-of-6 from the free-throw line.[44] In the 2024–25 season, after recovering from an early-season injury, Sochan averaged 11.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game in 54 appearances.[2] On August 24, 2024, Sochan was involved in a single-vehicle accident on a Texas highway when he lost control of his 2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS, colliding with a guardrail; he sustained no injuries, and no other vehicles were affected.[45] Later that year, during the 2024–25 season, Sochan suffered a fractured left thumb on November 4, 2024, in a game against the Los Angeles Clippers, leading to surgery on November 6 and causing him to miss several games extending into early 2025.[46] Entering the 2025 offseason, Sochan and the Spurs failed to reach a rookie-scale contract extension agreement by the October 21 deadline, positioning him to become a restricted free agent after the 2025–26 season.[47] He made his season debut for the 2025–26 campaign on November 6, 2025, against the Lakers, recovering from wrist and calf injuries that sidelined him through preseason and the first six games, where he recorded 16 points on 6-of-7 shooting in 23 minutes.[48] Sochan was available for the Spurs' November 7, 2025, game against the Rockets despite a questionable wrist designation.[49] Throughout his development, Sochan has solidified his role as a starting forward and defensive anchor within the Spurs' young core, leveraging his length, strength, and versatility to handle challenging matchups as the team's premier one-on-one perimeter defender.[50] On January 7, 2026, following the Spurs' 107–91 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, a postgame altercation occurred involving Sochan and Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt. During an exchange of words as the teams exited the court, Vanderbilt poked Sochan in the face with his index finger. Spurs forward Julian Champagnie briefly intervened by pushing Vanderbilt, while guard De'Aaron Fox helped deescalate the situation by grabbing Vanderbilt. Sochan later downplayed the incident, describing it as a "polite exchange."[51] Ahead of the 2026 NBA trade deadline, reports indicated that the New York Knicks had shown interest in acquiring San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan. ESPN analyst Bobby Marks proposed a three-team trade in which the Spurs would receive forward Guerschon Yabusele from the Philadelphia 76ers and a 2026 second-round pick from the Houston Rockets, the Knicks would receive guard Cam Whitmore from the Rockets, and the Washington Wizards would receive Sochan from the Spurs.[52]International career
Youth national teams
Sochan represented both England and Poland at the youth international level, playing for England's under-15 team at the 2018 Copenhagen Invitational before appearing for Poland's under-16 team later that year.[53] Sochan, born to a Polish mother, began representing Poland at the youth international level with the under-16 national team in 2018.[54] In the 2018 FIBA U16 European Championship Division B, he appeared in all eight games for Poland, averaging 4.0 points and 3.3 rebounds per game as the team finished sixth.[55] Sochan's breakout came the following year at the 2019 FIBA U16 European Championship Division B, where he led Poland to the gold medal and promotion to Division A, averaging 16.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 3.1 steals, and 1.5 blocks over eight games.[55][56] His dominant performance earned him the tournament MVP award, showcasing his versatility and defensive prowess on both ends of the court.[56][57] Throughout these youth tournaments, Sochan demonstrated emerging leadership qualities, often directing plays and motivating teammates during critical moments, which helped elevate Poland's standing in European junior basketball.[58]Senior national team
Sochan made his debut for the Poland senior national team on February 21, 2021, during the FIBA EuroBasket 2022 qualifiers, becoming the youngest player ever to represent the country at 17 years and nine months old.[3] In that game against Romania, which Poland won 88–81, he scored a game-high 18 points on 6-of-10 shooting, while adding three rebounds, one assist, and two blocks in 20 minutes off the bench.[59] That appearance marked his only game in the qualifiers, where he averaged 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 20 efficiency over limited action, contributing to Poland's successful qualification campaign for EuroBasket 2022.[55] Although selected for Poland's preliminary roster for EuroBasket 2022, Sochan ultimately opted out of the tournament to focus on preparations for the 2022 NBA draft, prioritizing his professional transition.[60] Poland advanced to the knockout stage and finished eighth overall, earning a berth in the 2023 FIBA World Cup as one of the tournament's top eight European teams, though Sochan's direct involvement was limited to the earlier qualifiers. He did not participate in the 2023 World Cup or its preceding qualifiers, choosing to skip international duties that summer amid his NBA rookie season demands.[61] Sochan returned to the senior squad for the 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Valencia, Spain, where he played two games and averaged 18 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, and 23 efficiency points per contest, showcasing his versatility as a forward despite Poland's failure to qualify for the Paris Olympics.[55] In 2025, he was included in Poland's extended roster for EuroBasket 2025 but withdrew prior to the event due to a calf strain sustained in training, marking another interruption in his international commitments.[62]Playing style and accolades
Playing style
Jeremy Sochan is a versatile forward known for his elite defensive instincts, high basketball IQ, and passing ability relative to his 6-foot-8 frame, allowing him to contribute effectively across multiple positions on the court.[1][36] His ability to read plays and facilitate for teammates has been highlighted as a key asset, enabling seamless integration into various offensive schemes.[63] Sochan's strengths lie in his switchable defense, where his length, strength, and quick footwork allow him to guard positions from point guard to center effectively, often disrupting opponents in isolation and transition scenarios.[50] He excels at rebounding through positioning and hustle, while his transition play thrives on fast breaks, where he leverages athleticism to create scoring opportunities.[64] Analysts have frequently compared him to Draymond Green for these defensive versatility and playmaking traits, noting similarities in impact without relying on primary scoring.[65] However, Sochan's weaknesses include inconsistent outside shooting, with a career three-point percentage of 30.8% (as of the 2024–25 season), which has limited his spacing as a forward.[2] He also experiences occasional decision-making lapses, such as turnovers when handling the ball under pressure, stemming from his relative inexperience in high-stakes offensive roles.[36] Since his rookie year, Sochan has shown evolution in scoring efficiency, particularly post-2022-23, with improved shot selection and overall production.[50] In the 2024-2025 season, he focused on three-point shooting development during training, resulting in a career-high 30.8% from beyond the arc and greater confidence in perimeter attempts (as of the end of the 2024–25 season).[2] Entering the 2025–26 season, after recovering from a wrist injury, Sochan has continued to show improved three-point shooting in early games, shooting over 60% from beyond the arc in his first several appearances (as of November 2025).[1]Youth career
In 2019, Sochan was named the Most Valuable Player of the FIBA U16 European Championship Division B, where he led Poland to the gold medal and promotion to Division A.[56]College career
During the 2021–22 season at Baylor University, Sochan received the Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year award for his contributions off the bench.[32] He was also selected to the Big 12 All-Freshman Team and earned All-Big 12 Honorable Mention recognition.[30]Professional career
In the 2022–23 NBA season, Sochan was named to the All-Rookie Second Team.[2]International career
Sochan played a key role in Poland's qualification for the 2022 FIBA EuroBasket, becoming the youngest player ever to represent the senior national team during the qualifiers in 2021, where he scored 18 points in a victory over Romania.[66]Career statistics
NBA regular season
As of November 19, 2025, Jeremy Sochan has appeared in 191 regular-season games over four NBA seasons, averaging 11.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game while shooting 46.8% from the field and 29.8% from three-point range.[2] His career totals include 2,138 points, 1,142 rebounds, and 530 assists, underscoring his growing role in the Spurs' rotation.[2] Sochan's statistical progression reflects adaptations to NBA competition, with notable improvements in three-point shooting from his rookie year and increased rebounding efficiency in later seasons. Advanced metrics highlight his defensive prowess, including a career defensive rating of 118, a steal percentage of 1.4%, and a usage rate of 18.9%, which positions him as a multi-faceted contributor rather than a primary scorer.[2] His player efficiency rating (PER) reached 15.9 in 2024-25, his highest to date, amid a more efficient shooting season marred by injury.[2] The following table summarizes Sochan's regular season per-game statistics by season through the partial 2025-26 season:| Season | G | MP | FG% | 3P% | FT% | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | PER | USG% | STL% | DRtg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-23 | 56 | 26.0 | .453 | .246 | .698 | 11.0 | 5.3 | 2.5 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 11.4 | 19.8 | 1.4 | 120 |
| 2023-24 | 74 | 29.6 | .438 | .308 | .771 | 11.6 | 6.4 | 3.4 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 11.4 | 18.8 | 1.3 | 117 |
| 2024-25 | 54 | 25.3 | .535 | .308 | .696 | 11.4 | 6.5 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 15.9 | 19.0 | 1.6 | 117 |
| 2025-26 | 7 | 15.6 | .630 | .500 | .778 | 6.6 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 13.5 | 15.2 | 1.3 | 113 |
| Career | 191 | 26.4 | .468 | .298 | .727 | 11.2 | 5.9 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 12.8 | 18.9 | 1.4 | 118 |
College
During his freshman season at Baylor University in 2021–22, Jeremy Sochan played in 30 games, primarily coming off the bench with just one start, averaging 25.1 minutes per game.[69] He contributed 9.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, showcasing his versatility as a forward while helping the Bears achieve a 27–7 record and a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament.[69] His efficient play earned him All-Big 12 Honorable Mention and All-Big 12 Freshman Team honors.[70] Sochan's scoring highlights included tying his career high of 17 points on multiple occasions, such as against Alabama on January 29 and Kansas on February 26, where he shot 5-of-9 from the field and 6-of-7 from the free-throw line in the latter game.[70][71] On the glass, he recorded a season-high 12 rebounds against Central Arkansas on November 17, along with 6 points and 2 steals in 26 minutes.[70] His shooting efficiency was solid inside the arc but limited from beyond it, with overall field goal percentage at 47.4% (94-of-198 attempts) and three-point percentage at 29.6% (8-of-27 attempts).[69] As a key bench contributor, Sochan's true shooting percentage of .531 reflected his impact despite a reserve role, particularly in rebounding and defense where he averaged 1.3 steals per game.[29]| Statistic | Per Game Average |
|---|---|
| Points | 9.2 |
| Rebounds | 6.4 |
| Assists | 1.8 |
| FG% | 47.4% |
| 3P% | 29.6% |
| Games | 30 |