Paris Lee biography
Paris Lee is an American basketball player playing in the Euroleague at point guard. He was born on April 20, 1995 in Maywood, Illinois (USA). His height is 1m84. He currently plays for the ASVEL Basket.
Paris Lee’s successive clubs
Here’s Paris Lee’s journey, from its beginnings to the present day.
Training and College (High School and University)
Paris Lee studied at Proviso East High School, under the guidance of Donnie Boyce. In college, he distinguished himself with his defense, winning MVC Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year.
Professional career in Europe (Belgium, Germany, France, Greece)
Lee began his professional career with Antwerp Giants in Belgium. With them, he reached the Final Four of the Basketball Champions League, winning third place. In Germany, he played for Brose Bamberg. In France, he played for Orléans Loiret Basket, then AS Monaco. In Greece, he signed for Panathinaikos, where he shone in the EuroLeague and national league. Panathinaikos terminated the contract in June 2023.
The return to France
Paris Lee has made his return to the French league, signing for ASVEL in the summer of 2023. And with an XXL contract to boot.
National team
Naturalized Cameroonian in 2022, Lee debuted for Cameroon in August. He made a clear contribution to a victory over DR Congo.
Playing style
Paris Lee stands out for his dynamism and speed. He is a skilled point guard, oriented towards controlling the game. His outside shot is a constant threat. Lee excels at creating play for his teammates. His defense is aggressive, often generating interceptions. He uses his speed to disrupt the opposing attack. Despite his size, he defends well against taller opponents. His play without the ball is intelligent, enabling him to find space. Lee brings an infectious energy to the pitch. His ability to make quick decisions is crucial.
Paris Lee’s salary
In 2024 with ASVEL, Paris Lee earns an annual salary of between 600,000 and 850,000 euros. This substantial remuneration places him among the highest-paid playmakers in France.