Jimmer Fredette is an American professional basketball player known for his exceptional shooting skills. Born on January 25, 1989, in Glens Falls, New York, he gained fame during his college career at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he won the Naismith College Player of the Year award in 2011. Fredette was selected 10th overall in the 2011 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks but was traded to the Sacramento Kings shortly after. Throughout his career, Fredette has played for several teams in the NBA and overseas, including stints in China and Italy. He is particularly known for his ability to score from long range and has a strong following due to his exciting playing style. Fredette continues to be involved in basketball, contributing to the sport both on and off the court.