Nerlens Noel: A Rising Star in the NBA
Early Life and Career
Nerlens Noel was born on April 10, 1994, in Everett, Massachusetts. He attended Tilton School in Tilton, New Hampshire, where he led his team to two state championships. Noel was considered one of the top recruits in the nation and committed to play college basketball for the University of Kentucky.
College Career
Noel had a successful freshman season at Kentucky, averaging 10.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 4.4 blocks per game. He was named to the SEC All-Freshman Team and the NABC All-District 11 Team. However, Noel's season was cut short due to a torn ACL, which required surgery.
NBA Draft and Career
Despite his injury, Noel was still selected with the sixth overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft by the Philadelphia 76ers. He missed the entire 2013-14 season while recovering from his knee injury. Noel made his NBA debut in the 2014-15 season and quickly established himself as a defensive force, averaging 1.8 blocks per game.
Noel played for the 76ers for three seasons before being traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 2017. He spent two seasons in Dallas before signing with the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2019. Noel was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2020, where he played for one season before becoming a free agent.
Current Status
Noel is currently a free agent and looking for a new team. He is still considered a valuable defensive player, and his size and athleticism make him a good fit for any team.
Career Highlights
* NBA Defensive Player of the Year runner-up (2017) * NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2017) * SEC All-Freshman Team (2013) * NABC All-District 11 Team (2013) 
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