Shavar Reynolds Jr. Joins PAOK for the 2024-25 Season

PAOK BC has announced the signing of Shavar Reynolds Jr., a 26-year-old American guard, for the 2024-25 season. Reynolds, who previously played for Keravnos Strovolou under coach Michalis Kakiouzis in Cyprus, brings a wealth of talent and championship experience to the team.

Official Announcement

"PAOK Mateco is thrilled to announce the agreement with American basketball player Shavar Reynolds Jr. for the 2024-25 season. We welcome an exceptional guard to the PAOK family," the club stated.

Career Highlights and Statistics

Born on May 11, 1998, in New Jersey, Shavar Reynolds Jr. stands at 1.88 meters (6'2") and plays as a guard. His basketball journey began at the prestigious Seton Hall University, where he played for four years (2017-2021). During his tenure at Seton Hall, Reynolds averaged 7.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game in his final year. He concluded his collegiate career at Monmouth University, where he posted impressive numbers in the 2021-22 season with averages of 14.1 points, 3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists over 31 games.

Professional Career

Reynolds launched his professional career in the Dutch league during the 2022-23 season with Feyenoord. In 29 games, he averaged 18.7 points, 4 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game, with notable shooting percentages of 42.7% from three-point range and 84.3% from the free-throw line.

In the 2023-24 season, Reynolds played for Keravnos Strovolou in Cyprus, where he had an outstanding year. He led his team to both the Championship and the Cyprus Cup. In 40 games across the Cyprus league and the Europe Cup, Reynolds averaged 13.8 points with a remarkable 48.3% three-point shooting and 84.2% free-throw accuracy. Additionally, he contributed 2.4 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game.

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PAOK signed William Hatcher

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Tony Crocker, 26 American small forward, agreed terms with Nea Kifisia. Crocker is the first foreign player of the newly promoted team. Crocker graduated from Oklahoma college and then played professionally for Albacomp (Hungary),  Ferro ZNTU (Ukraine) and KTP (Finland). In Albacomp he won the title Hungarian All-Star MVP (2011). Last season he played 22 games in Cyprus for Keravnos Strovolou scoring an average of 13,7 points per game. Crocker's twitter account is tcrock23