Sharife Cooper Bio
Sharife Cooper is an American basketball guard born June 11, 2001. He attended McEachern High School in Powder Springs, Georgia, and later played one season of college basketball at Auburn. Cooper became known as a creative playmaker with quickness, ball-handling ability and advanced passing instincts. Auburn recognized him as a standout freshman, and he earned SEC All-Freshman Team honors before declaring for the NBA draft in April 2021.
The Atlanta Hawks selected Cooper with the 48th pick in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft. He later spent time with Atlanta and its NBA G League affiliate before joining the Cleveland organization. The Cavaliers signed him to a 10-day contract on February 26, 2024, after his G League stint with the Cleveland Charge. Cooper’s professional profile has centered on his role as a small, offense-minded guard who creates opportunities with pace, handle and passing vision.
Cooper signed with the Washington Wizards on September 19, 2025, and appeared for the organization during the 2025-26 season. The Wizards’ current roster listing dated September 21, 2026 identifies him as a free agent, so he should not be described as currently under contract with Washington. His documented NBA career includes the Hawks, Cavaliers and Wizards organizations, while his development also includes substantial G League experience.
- Jersey number
- 13
- Position
- PG
- Birth date
- Jun 11, 2001 (age 25)
- Height
- 6'0"
- Weight
- 176
- College
- Auburn
- Birthplace
- Powder Springs, GA, USA
- Country
- United States