Max Abmas

Max Abmas's Biography

Maxwell “Max” Abmas, a professional American basketball player, was born on April 2, 2001. His career spans across collegiate and professional basketball circuits, including the NBA G League. His journey began at Jesuit College Preparatory School in Dallas where he joined the varsity team during his sophomore season and eventually became the District 9-6A co-MVP during his senior year.

Despite being lightly recruited, Abmas chose to play college basketball for Oral Roberts University over several offers. There, he quickly made his mark as a regular starter, earning the honor of Summit League All-Newcomer Team with impressive averages in matches. His performances in games against Oklahoma State and South Dakota State are particularly notable for scoring 36 and 42 points respectively. His continual stellar performances saw him named Lou Henson National Mid-Major Player of the Week.

Abmas ended the 2022-21 season being named the Summit League Player of the Year. He played a pivotal role in leading his team to win the Summit League tournament, earning the accolade of MVP. Abmas announced himself on the big stage during the NCAA tournament where his consistent match-winning performances drew comparisons with legends like Stephen Curry and Jimmer Fredette.

Maintaining his college eligibility, Abmas declared for the 2021 NBA draft. However, he later withdrew from the draft but continued his successful run through college basketball ranking in the first Team All-Summit League, earning the Men’s Basketball Academic All-America of the Year recognition.

In May 2023, Abmas chose to further his college journey by signing an Athletic Scholarship Agreement to play basketball at the University of Texas. His consistent performances continued to garner recognition as he was selected as part of the 2024 Jersey Mike’s Naismith Trophy Men’s College Player of the Year Midseason Team.

Abmas’s extraordinary academic and athletic performance saw him earn the College Sports Communicator’s Academic All-America Division I Men’s Basketball Team Member of the Year. Testament to his basketball prowess, he tied the single-season record for most three pointers made in Big 12 conference play. He finished his college career with an invitation to the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament.

Upon not being drafted in the 2024 NBA draft, he was picked by the Utah Jazz for the 2024 NBA Summer League. Though his stint with Utah Jazz was short-lived, Abmas soon found a place in the Salt Lake City Stars team. The move cemented his position as a professional basketball player in the NBA G League. As of this writing, Abmas continues to carve his path on the court, showcasing his skills and passion for the game.