Yaroslav Igorevich Korolev (Russian: Ярослав Игоревич Королёв; born 7 May 1987) is a Russian former professional basketball player.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | 7 May 1987 Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union |
| Nationality | Russian |
| Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Listed weight | 245 lb (111 kg) |
| Career information | |
| NBA draft | 2005: 1st round, 12th overall pick |
| Selected by the Los Angeles Clippers | |
| Playing career | 2003–2016 |
| Position | Power forward |
| Number | 21 |
| Career history | |
| 2003–2004 | Avtodor Saratov |
| 2004–2005 | CSKA Moscow |
| 2005–2007 | Los Angeles Clippers |
| 2007–2009 | Dynamo Moscow |
| 2009–2010 | Albuquerque Thunderbirds |
| 2010 | Reno Bighorns |
| 2010–2011 | CB Granada |
| 2011–2012 | Gipuzkoa BC |
| 2012–2014 | Spartak Saint Petersburg |
| 2014–2015 | Panionios |
| 2015 | Rethymno Cretan Kings |
| 2016 | Navarra |
| Career highlights and awards | |
| |
| Stats at Basketball Reference | |
Professional career
editKorolev began his pro career with the Russian club Avtodor Saratov. Korolev was then selected 12th overall in the 2005 NBA draft, by the Los Angeles Clippers. Korolev played for CSKA Moscow in the Russian Super League, before joining the Clippers. On 6 July 2007 the Clippers offered Korolev a contract to remain with the team, but then rescinded their offer in September 2007.[1] He then returned to the Clippers during the preseason, on a non-guaranteed contract, but was waived before the season began.[2][3]
In December 2007, Korolev signed with Dynamo Moscow.[4] In November 2009, Korolev was drafted in the fourth round of the NBDL, Draft by the Albuquerque Thunderbirds.[5] He was traded to the Reno Bighorns on 19 January 2010.[6]
On 26 July 2010 he signed a contract with Spanish club CB Granada.[7] In August 2011, he signed with Lagun Aro GBC.[8] In December 2012, he joined Spartak St. Petersburg.[9]
In October 2014, Korolev signed with the Greek League team Panionios for the 2014–15 season.[10] On 16 December 2016 Korolev announced his retirement.[11] His last team was Basket Navarra Club, with which he played in 2016.
NBA career statistics
edit| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
Regular season
edit| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–06 | Clippers | 24 | 0 | 5.3 | .300 | .286 | .700 | .5 | .4 | .1 | .0 | 1.1 |
| 2006–07 | Clippers | 10 | 0 | 4.1 | .250 | .200 | .500 | .3 | .4 | .3 | .0 | 1.2 |
| Career | 34 | 0 | 4.9 | .283 | .250 | .625 | .5 | .4 | .2 | .0 | 1.1 | |
References
edit- ^ "Clippers sever ties with Korolev".
- ^ Perrin, Steve (October 2, 2007). "Korolev Will Be in Camp". Clips Nation.
- ^ "Clippers waive former first-round pick Korolev". ESPN.com. October 25, 2007.
- ^ "Dynamo Moscow inks Yaroslav Korolev".
- ^ "2009 Draft Board". NBA.com. Archived from the original on November 18, 2010.
- ^ "Bighorns Acquire Korolev From Albuquerque". NBA.com.
- ^ "CB Granada tabs Yaroslav Korolev".
- ^ Lagun Aro lands Yaroslav Korolev.
- ^ Ex-Clipper Korolev Signs for Spartak.
- ^ Yaroslav Korolev to Panionios Athens.
- ^ "Former Clippers draftee Yaroslav Korolev retires".
External links
edit- Twitter Account
- NBA.com Profile
- Career statistics from Basketball Reference
- Euroleague.net Profile
- Eurobasket.com Profile
- Greek Basket League Profile (in Greek)
- Spanish League Profile (in Spanish)
- Draftexpress.com Profile
- Yaroslav Korolev Pictures