Sam Merrill Parents

Last Modified Mar 26, 2025 05:50 GMT
Sam Merrill
Sam Merrill during a Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic match (Source: Getty Images)

Samuel Hoskins Merrill, nickname "Sammy Buckets", is a professional American basketball player who plays in the NBA as a shooting guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers as of March 2025. He was born on May 15, 1996, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Merrill graduated from the Utah State University and played for their college team. In his freshman season, he averaged 9.4 points and 3.4 rebounds per game. Merrill's progression can be seen with him improving each season during his college career. He posted 2,197 points, grabbed 475 rebounds, and assisted 477 times. In addition to receiving Mountain West Player of the Year honors in 2020, he also led his team to an appearance in the NCAA Tournament.

Merrill was selected as the final pick, coming in at 60th overall during the 2020 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks, and celebrated with them when they clinched an NBA Championship title in 2021. He also played one season with the Memphis Grizzlies before signing a multi-year contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers on March 14, 2023. As of March 21, 2025, he has made 162 NBA regular-season appearances, scoring 1046 points, grabbing 286 rebounds, and dishing out 222 assists per game.

Who are Sam Merrill's parents?

Sam Merrill was born to his parents, John and Jenny Merrill as per his college roster page.

Sam Merrill’s Father

Sam Merril’s father is John Merrill. According to The Utah Statesman, John Merrill is a graduate of Utah State University.

Sam Merrill’s Mother

Sam Merrill Parents
Sam Merrill's mother, Jennifer Merrill

Sam Merrill’s mother is Jenny Merrill. Sam’s mother has also graduated from Utah State University and met his husband John. He is also active on social media and has an Instagram account @jennyhmerrill and has 275 posts as of March 21, 2025.

Also read: Sam Merrill's Wife

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FAQs on Sam Merrill

A. Sam Merrill is 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters) tall.

A. He attended Utah State University and played college basketball for the Utah State Aggies.

 A. Sam Merrill was selected 60th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks.

 A. As of March 2025, Sam Merrill has played for the Milwaukee Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies, and Cleveland Cavaliers.

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