Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Basketball Player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 12/04/1998 |
| Age | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York |
Latest News about Jose Alvarado
26/06/2026
Jose Alvarado declined his $4.5 million player option and re-signed with the New York Knicks on a three-year, $14 million contract on June 26, 2026. This decision secured his long-term future with the team after helping them win the 2026 NBA Finals.
05/02/2026
The New York Knicks acquired Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans on February 5, 2026, in a trade involving Dalen Terry, two future second-round draft picks, and cash. The move brought the Brooklyn native back to his home city to play for the Knicks.
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Bio/Wiki
| Description | American professional basketball player for the New York Knicks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Previously played for the New Orleans Pelicans. Known for exceptional defensive abilities and generating steals. He is the only native New Yorker on the Knicks' roster. |
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| Nickname | Grand Theft Alvarado |
| International Representation | Represents Puerto Rico in international competitions since 2022 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'0" |
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| Weight | 179 lbs |
| Position | Point Guard |
| Jersey Number | 15 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets |
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| Major | Literature, Media and Communications |
| Graduation Year | 2021 |
| High School | Christ the King HS |
Career
| NBA Team | New York Knicks |
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| Previous Teams | New Orleans Pelicans |
| Draft Status | Undrafted |
| Experience | 4th Season |
| Notable Achievement | Went undrafted out of Georgia Tech; signed two-way deal with New Orleans Pelicans and converted to 4-year contract; became the third Puerto Rican to win an NBA championship after the Knicks won the 2026 NBA Finals |
| Trade History | Traded to the New York Knicks on 05/02/2026 from the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Dalen Terry, two future second-round draft picks, and cash |
Style Quotient
| Playing Style | Tough, gritty, high motor point guard with exceptional defensive abilities and steal generation |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/realrytejose/ | |
| https://twitter.com/AlvaradoJose15 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Went undrafted out of Georgia Tech despite being a key player | |
| 2. Gained viral attention during rookie season for 'sneaky' steals | |
| 3. Was an ironman and floor general for Georgia Tech for four seasons | |
| 4. Helped Georgia Tech win its first ACC Championship in 28 years | |
| 5. Named ACC Defensive Player of the Year as a sophomore | |
| 6. Four-star recruit by ESPN and Rivals, three-star by 247Sports in the 2017 class | |
| 7. Became the third Puerto Rican to win an NBA championship when the Knicks beat the Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals | |
| 8. Is the only native New Yorker on the Knicks' roster |