Ex-NBA Player Jimmer Fredette Makes Big Announcement On 2024 Olympics Milestone

Jimmer Fredette was selected 10th overall in the 2011 NBA Draft and went on to play over 200 games in the NBA, becoming a fan favorite along the way.

Fredette's long range sniping with the NCAA's Brigham Young University Cougars and five NBA teams helped to redefine what is possible from a three-point shooter.

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On Tuesday, Fredette will make his Olympic debut as part of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France.

When he does, he will make Olympic history alongside Canyon Barry, the son of NBA Hall-of-Famer Rick Barry.

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Recently, Fredette made a big announcement at a press conference about the upcoming event and his accomplishment of being named to the United Staes' first-ever 3-on-3 Olympic team.

"I just wanted to say thanks so much for the opportunity, obviously, this has been an incredible experience already," Fredette said about his time in Paris so far.

The United States is set to take on Serbia at 4:35 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

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He added that he's excited to compete in the inaugural 3v3 Olympics competition on behalf of Team USA.

He said he and his teammates are "super excited" about making Olympic history and "couldn't be more proud" about having the Team USA logo on their chests.

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