Derrick Jones Jr.
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About
NBA player best known for winning the 2020 NBA Slam Dunk Contest and for finishing second in the 2017 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. He began his NBA career as a member of the Phoenix Suns in 2016.
Before Fame
He played one year for the UNLV Runnin' Rebels before a controversy over a test forced him to enter the NBA draft early.
Trivia
In 2017, he signed a two-way contract with the Miami Heat.
Family Life
He has a brother named Lakeem Johnson and two sisters, Dej'sha Jones and On'Jesha Jones. His parents are Derrick Sr. and Otiesse Jones.
Associated With
He defeated Aaron Gordon in the 2020 Slam Dunk Contest.
