The Golden State Warriors have some of the most exciting young talent in the league. Their roster features the likes of Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, and Moses Moody. The newest addition to his esteemed list is the big man, Trayce Jackson-Davis. The 22-year-old is quickly rising through the ranks in the Bay Area. However, it hasn’t come without adversities. Well, these adversities were not like any other, as before Tracye even turned six, he had to go through 2 major surgeries.

He was hit by a metal door handle with the velocity of a bullet, and just two years later, he was struck by a golf club by his best friend. Due to this, doctors had to implant a titanium screw in his head. Naturally, after this, Trayce’s parents were worried about whether their son would be able to grow up to live a normal life, much less play in the NBA one day. But, thanks to the doctors and his parents’ hard work, he has turned out just fine.

Who are Warriors star Trayce Jackson-Davis’ parents, Dale Davis and Karla Jackson?

Trayce Jackson-Davis’ parents are Dale Davis and Karla Jackson. However, Trayce has been predominantly raised by his step-father, Raymond Jackson, and Karla. But both of his fathers have had a significant impact on his upbringing. He gives a tribute to both his dad through his surname, Jackson-Davis, highlighting their importance in his life.

“When I got to high school, I didn’t think it was fair,” Jackson-Davis said. “Ray raised me my whole life, so I did-Jackson-Davis. They both want the best out of me, but I would say they do it from different angles.” Well, you’ll understand the different mindsets better when you learn about both Dale’s and Raymond’s backgrounds. Tracye’s biological father, Dale, is a former hooper, so you get an idea of where he gets his basketball genes from.

Dale has an illustrious 17-year career in the NBA. Most notably known for his time in Indiana for the Pacers, he was a beast of a rebounder and a great defender as well. He also played for several other teams, such as Portland and Detroit, even for Trayce’s current team, the Warriors, before calling it quits in 2007. On the other hand, Trayce’s stepfather, who might not be biologically related to him, has had a significant impact on his life.

Raymond is a former NFL player and suited up for Washington State. Now, Raymond serves as the Chief of police for the Center Grove School District. As for Trayce’s mom, Karla is a professional hairstylist and has been her son’s backbone since childhood. Interestingly, Trayce has an older sister, Arielle, and also a younger brother, Tayven, who plays football. By this, one can assume that Trayce has grown up in a sporting family, and that’s a fact. This has helped him develop into the rising star he is today.

Which university did Trayce attend? When was he drafted into the league?

Being from a sporting background, Trayce was quick to pick up the sport and started making waves at a young age. After a successful high school career, Jackson-Davis was regarded as a 4-star prospect. With this, he had to make an important decision about where to play next. So, the big man selected Indiana over offers from UCLA, Ohio State, Michigan State, and more.

Suiting up for the Hoosiers as a freshman, Jackson-Davis started to cement himself as a starter as he averaged 13.5 points and 8.4 rebounds. This was enough for him to win multiple accolades in just his first season of college basketball. He then had more stellar seasons during his sophomore and junior years. However, after returning for another year as a senior, the big man shined the most.

Jackson-Davis averaged an impressive 20.9 points, along with 10.8 rebounds and four assists per game. Trayce left a mark on the program that will last for generations to come. He then headed to the 2023 NBA Draft, where he was picked as the 57th overall pick by the Warriors. Since then, he has found his footing in the league and is now looking to establish his place in the league as he continues his NBA journey.