Mike James

About

Veteran point guard best known for his years with Panathinaikos B.C., where he twice won the Greek League Finals MVP and he was also the Greek League MVP. Since beginning his professional basketball, he has played in leagues across Croatia, Italy, Spain, Russia, France, Greece, and even the NBA. In 2023, he won the French League championship while playing with AS Monaco.

Before Fame

He originally began his college basketball career at Eastern Arizona Community College. After two seasons, he then transferred to Lamar University.

Trivia

After earning his first NBA contract with the Phoenix Suns in 2017, he became the first international player in league history to ever receive an NBA two-way contract. He is also the first player in NBA history to make an official start in a game despite being a two-way player. 

Family Life

He grew up living with his family in the Portland, Oregon area. He also had a step-brother named Bryan with whom he grew up.

Associated With

He played alongside Kevin Durant and Nicolas Claxton as a member of the Brooklyn Nets during the 2021 NBA regular season.