James Akinjo (born November 27, 2000) is an American professional basketball player for the Wisconsin Herd of the NBA G League.
Akinjo grew up in the crime-ridden Las Deltas Housing projects in North Richmond, California.
[3] From a young age, Akinjo aspired to become a basketball player and drew inspiration from Chris Paul.
"[1] Akinjo played for Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond, California, where he was coached by Bill Mellis.
[2] As a senior, he averaged 20.7 points and 5.2 assists per game, leading his team to a 30–2 record and the CIF North Coast Section Division III title.
[6] He made a three-pointer with 4.9 seconds left in regulation to force overtime in a 76–73 win over South Florida.
[11] Akinjo made his sophomore debut on November 6, 2019, scoring 20 points, including 17 in the second half, in an 81–68 win over Mount St.
[32] Akinjo's father played basketball for McClymonds High School in Oakland, California in the late 1990s.