Beşiktaş signs American shooting guard DaQuan Jeffries

DaQuan Jeffries becomes the new signing of Beşiktaş as part of the Turkish team's reinforcement strategy for this season. The American shooting guard/small forward, who completed his college education at the University of Tulsa within the NCAA program, is starting a new chapter in European basketball after several years competing in the NBA.

NBA and G League Career

Jeffries began his professional career in the NBA in 2019 with the Sacramento Kings, the team with which he made his debut in the American league. During his six seasons in the NBA, he has played a total of 114 games, gaining experience with various prestigious teams. Apart from the Kings, he has played for the Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New York Knicks, and Charlotte Hornets, evolving as a versatile player on the perimeter.

The majority of his professional career has been in the G League, where he has honed his skills as a player. In the 2025-2026 season, Jeffries was part of the Sacramento Kings organization and was selected for the All-NBA G-League First Team with the Stockton Kings, showcasing his competitive level in the American development league.

Journey to the NBA

Although projected as a possible second-round pick in the 2019 draft, Jeffries was not selected on that occasion. After going undrafted, he signed a contract with the Orlando Magic but was released before the start of the regular season. His professional debut in the NBA came after only participating in the summer league with the Orlando team, opening a door to his career in the top American competition.

Standing at 1.96 meters, Jeffries possesses the physical and technical attributes necessary to compete in elite European basketball. His NBA experience, though limited in terms of games played, equips him with valuable competitive skills to adapt to the EuroLeague.

New Project in Istanbul

Beşiktaş has chosen Jeffries as part of its ambitious project following their recent promotion to the EuroLeague. The Turkish club aims to establish itself in the top European continental competition, and the addition of the American player reflects this intention to strengthen the squad with internationally experienced profiles.

Jeffries' arrival in the Istanbul team represents an opportunity for the player to compete in one of the most competitive European leagues, facing off against the continent's best teams. Beşiktaş provides him with the platform to demonstrate his potential in a high-demand context, where he can contribute with his perimeter versatility and professional experience.

The club has shown confidence in the player through its official statement, welcoming him to the institution and wishing him success wearing the Beşiktaş jersey. This signing is part of the transfer strategy that the Turkish team has designed to tackle the challenges of the EuroLeague with competitive guarantees.

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