joel berry ii

Joel Berry II, a former NCAA champion point guard for the North Carolina Tar Heels, has transitioned from a professional basketball career to a respected college basketball studio analyst. After leading his high school team to two state titles and earning a record three Florida Mr. Basketball awards in 2012, 2013, and 2014, Joel Berry II was further recognized as a Parade All-American and McDonald’s All-American in 2014. These early achievements paved the way for a standout collegiate career at the University of North Carolina.

Joining the Tar Heels in 2014, Berry became a starter in his sophomore year (2015-16), where he led the team in assists, three-point percentage, and free throw percentage. He was instrumental in guiding UNC to an Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) regular season title and an ACC tournament championship, earning MVP honors for his exceptional performance. For his outstanding play, he was named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player. His enduring impact on the program is further recognized with his No.

He subsequently played for the Lakers’ G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers, during the 2018-2019 season. Berry then joined the Greensboro Swarm for the 2019-2020 season, before moving internationally to play for Be?ikta? in the Turkish Basketball Super League for the 2020-2021 season. In August 2021, Berry announced his retirement from professional basketball, concluding his playing career. In October 2021, Joel Berry II transitioned to a new role, joining the ACC Network as a respected college basketball studio analyst.

In this capacity, he provides insightful commentary and analysis for various shows, including Nothing but Net, offering his expert perspective on the sport.