Jeffree David Withey is an American professional basketball player for Ironi Nes Ziona of the Israeli Premier League. He played college basketball for the University of Kansas where he became known for his shot-blocking ability and his defensive presence. He was drafted 39th overall in the 2013 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers.
| Born: | Mar 7, 1990, San Diego, California |
| Nationality: | American |
| Listed height: | 7 ft 0 in |
| Listed weight: | 230 lb |
| High school: | Horizon (San Diego, California) |
| College: | Kansas (2009–2013) |
| Position: | Center |
| League: | Israeli Premier League, FIBA Europe Cup |
| NBA draft: | 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 39, Portland Trail Blazers |
| Team: | Ironi Nes Ziona |
| Number: | 5 |
| Twitter: | Jeff Withey's Twitter profile |
About Jeff Withey
7'0" center who made his NBA debut in 2013 for the New Orleans Pelicans.
Before Fame
He played college basketball for one year at the University of Arizona, and three years at the University of Kansas.
Achievement
He was selected 39th overall in the 2013 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers, but traded to New Orleans before the season began.
Family Life
In 2016, was briefly engaged to model Kennedy Summers.
Associations
At the 2012 NCAA Tournament he blocked 31 shots, which broke a record previously held by Joakim Noah.
Information related to Jeff Withey
- Basketball players at the 2012 NCAA Men's Division I Final Four
- Lavrio B.C. players
- Tofaş S.K. players
- New Orleans Pelicans players
- Portland Trail Blazers draft picks
- Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball players
- Utah Jazz players
- Dallas Mavericks players
- Sportspeople from San Diego
