Aussies in the NBA: Joe Ingles

• Utah Jazz all-time leader in three-pointers made
• EuroLeague champion with Maccabi Tel Aviv in 2014
• Bronze medallist with the Australian national team at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Joe Ingles is an Australian basketball player known for his sharpshooting ability, playmaking and trash talk on the court. His journey from a teenager in the NBL to NBA veteran showcases his resilience hard work ethic.

Key Details

• ‍Name: Joe Ingles ‍
• Age: 37 ‍
• Team(s): Minnesota Timberwolves (current); Utah Jazz; Milwaukee Bucks; Orlando Magic; Maccabi Tel Aviv; FC Barcelona; CB Granada; and South Dragons‍
• Position: Small forward / Shooting guard ‍
• Size: 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) ‍
• Weight: 220 lb (100 kg)

Playing Style

Ingles carved out a successful NBA career as a versatile wing player with exceptional shooting ability. His 6’8” frame allows him to play shooting guard through to power forward depending on what his team needs. Ingles has been a consistent over 40% three-point shooter in his career, making him one of the best catch three-point shooters in NBA history.

Beyond shooting the rock, he is known for his high basketball IQ and playmaking skills. He excels in pick-and-roll situations, using his vision and passing ability to create opportunities for teammates.

Career

Joe Ingles professional career started in Melbourne, signing for the South Dragons in 2006. He won NBL Rookie of the Year in 2006 and quickly established himself as one of the league’s top young talents. He went on to win a championship with the Dragons in 2009.

Ingles then took his talents to Europe, signing with CB Grenada in Spain before joining FC Barcelona in 2010. With Barcelona, he won two Spanish League titles and gained valuable experience in the EuroLeague. In 2013, he signed with Maccabi Tel Aviv where he won the EuroLeague with the Israeli side.

His NBA journey began in 2014 when he signed with the Utah Jazz after a brief pre-season stint with the Los Angeles Clippers. He steadily grew his game and became an integral part of the Jazz’s rotation in just a few seasons. His breakthrough campaign came in 2016/17 when he established himself as one of the league’s best three-point shooters.

During his eight seasons in Utah, Ingles become a fan favourite and team leader. He set the franchise record for three-pointers and was a key contributor to multiple playoff runs. He went on to spend a season each with the Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando Magic before joining the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2024 which is where he still is entering the 2025/26 season.

Fast Five Facts

1. Ingles is the first player in Utah Jazz history to make 200 threes in a season
2. Ingles has represented Australia at five different Olympic games (2008, 2012, 2016, 2020, 2024)
3. Ingles is third in all-time NBA points scored by an Australian behind Patty Mills and Andrew Bogut (5722)
4. Ingles and wife Renae are advocates for autism awareness
5. Ingles briefly held the NBA record for the highest three-point percentage in a single-season (44.1% in 2016/17)

Career Highlights Timeline

• 2006: Signs with South Dragons in the NBL, Wins Rookie of the Year
• 2008: Makes Olympic debut in Beijing
• 2009: Won NBL Championship with South Dragons
• 2010: Joined FC Barcelona
• 2010: Makes FIBA World Cup debut
• 2012: Plays for Boomers at London Olympics
• 2014: Won EuroLeague with Maccabi Tel Aviv
• 2014: Plays in 2014 FIBA World Cup
• 2014: Signs with Utah Jazz
• 2016: Plays in Rio Olympics for Boomers
• 2018: Sets Utah Jazz record for most three-pointers in a season (204)
• 2019: Plays for Australia at FIBA World Cup
• 2021: Becomes Jazz all-time leader in three-pointers
• 2021: Wins bronze medal with the Australian Boomers at Tokyo Olympics
• 2022: Traded to Portland Trailblazers, Signs with Milwaukee Bucks
• 2023: Signs with Orlando Magic
• 2024: Played for Australia at Paris Olympics
• 2024: Joins Minnesota Timberwolves