Brandon Ingram is a professional basketball player who currently plays for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. Born on September 2, 1997, in Kinston, North Carolina, he played college basketball at Duke University before being selected as the second overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. Ingram is known for his scoring ability, versatility, and length, standing at 6 feet 8 inches tall. He has developed into a key player for the Pelicans, earning recognition for his performance, including being named an NBA All-Star in 2023.