Birthplace: Monticello, MS
Height: 6'10"
NBA Seasons: 14
Al Jefferson returned to Triplets as co-captain for the 2021 season. He was the key big man with Triplets staying at the top of the rankings for most of the season. And Al appeared in the top 10 in blocks for the second season in a row.
One of the last players to go straight from high school to the NBA, Jefferson was drafted 15th overall based on his performances, skill, size and ability in school. Jefferson, born in Prentiss, Mississippi, posted 56-points in a high-school state semi-finals game and was rated as the number one center and fourth best prospect in the country.
Foregoing college, Jefferson started his NBA career with the Boston Celtics in 2004, posting solid statistics throughout his career. Most notably, Jefferson was known for being a double-double machine, averaging 15.7 points and 8.4 rebounds throughout his career.
Jefferson is listed at 6-10 and presents matchup issues for whoever faces him.