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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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 |