Callum McRae (born 18 May 1999) is a New Zealand professional basketball player for the Veertien Mie of the Japanese B.League. He is also contracted with the Nelson Giants of the New Zealand National Basketball League (NZNBL). [1]

Professional career

Callum McRae played for the Manawatu Jets in the New Zealand National Basketball League NZNBL during the 2014–2015 season.[2] This was early in his basketball career before he moved on to pursue collegiate basketball in the United States and later his professional career in New Zealand. [3]

After completing his collegiate career, McRae returned to New Zealand to play professionally. In 2023, he signed with the Nelson Giants.[4] in the National Basketball League. During the 2023 season, he played 7 games, averaging 18.7 points and 9.4 rebounds per game.

In January 2024, McRae joined the Southland Sharks for the 2024 NZNBL season. He played 20 games, averaging 15.7 points and 12.3 rebounds per game. [5]


On 22 July 2024, McRae signed with the Veertien Mie of the Japanese B.League.[6]

As of February 2025, McRae is playing for the Nelson Giants in the NZNBL.

Throughout his career, McRae has been recognized for his scoring ability, rebounding prowess, and consistent performance on the court.

Early and college career

McRae attended Palmerston North Boys' High School in his hometown, where he developed his basketball skills. His performance at the high school level paved the way for his collegiate basketball career in the United States.

Callum began his collegiate basketball career at the University of California, Riverside.[7] During the 2021–22 season, he started 27 of 28 games, averaging 10.8 points and 7.9 rebounds per game.

For his final collegiate season in 2022–23, McRae transferred to Sacramento State University.[8] He was one of two Hornets to start all 32 games, averaging 12.9 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 0.9 blocks per game. His performance earned him a third-team All-Big Sky Conference selection.

Personal life

Callum's brother is Liam McRae.[9] Liam has played for the Manawatu Jets and the Southland Sharks.

References

  1. ^ "Inform Sharks Big Man Lands Overseas". Southland Tribune. Southland Tribune. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  2. ^ "Manawatu Jets". NZNBL. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  3. ^ "Five young New Zealand basketballers heading to NBA camp in Melbourne". Stuff.co.nz. Stuff. 12 April 2016. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  4. ^ "Nelson Giants Sign Callum McRae". EuroBasket. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  5. ^ "Tall Timber: McRae excited Southland Sharks opportunity". Stuff.co.nz. Stuff. 28 February 2025. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  6. ^ "#25 キャルム マクレイ選手 2024-25シーズン契約締結のお知らせ". ヴィアティン三重バスケットボール. 22 July 2024. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  7. ^ "Callum McRae UC River Side Profile". UCTIVERSIDE. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  8. ^ "Callum McRae ESPN Profile". ESPN. Retrieved 17 February 2025.
  9. ^ "Liam McRae Australia Basket Profile". AUSTRALIABASKET. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
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