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University of Denver Athletics

2026-27 Men's Basketball Roster

7 Jaelen Nelson

  • Position Guard
  • Height 6-4
  • Weight 185
  • Class Junior
  • Hometown West Palm Beach, Florida
  • High School Dwyer H.S.
  • Prev School Edward Waters

Biography

2025-26 (SOPHOMORE AT EDWARD WATERS):
Played and started in 31 games, averaging 32.0 minutes per contest…Averaged 11.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game…Posted double figures in 18 games, including 26 points at Central State on January 31.

2024-25 (FRESHMAN AT EDWARD WATERS):
Played in 24 games and made nine starts in his freshman season...Averaged 4.7 points and 2.3 rebounds per appearance…Finished in double figures four times, in four-straight games, from February 1-15.

BEFORE EDWARD WATERS:
Won the 6A Florida State High School Championship in the 2023-24 season. 

PERSONAL:
Chose the University of Denver for the beautiful scenery, the amazing basketball and the opportunity to receive an excellent education…Hopes to become a successful business owner…Enjoys video games and serving the homeless.

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