Cedric Coward

ABOUT CEDRIC COWARD

2025 NBA draftee that was acquired by the Memphis Grizzlies following a draft day trade with the Portland Trail Blazers . Prior to being drafted, he played college basketball at Washington State University , Eastern Washington University and Willamette University. While at Eastern Washington, he earned first team All-Big Sky honors.

He is a graduate of Central High School in Fresno, California. Shortly after graduating, he then enrolled into Willamette University for his freshman season.

Besides playing basketball, he also has a passion for art. In particular, he loves to design shoes.

He grew up living with his family in Fresno, California.

He is a former Washington State collegiate athlete just like Klay Thompson .