Illawarra Hawks Welcome NBA Champion JaVale McGee to Wollongong
01 Aug 2025
1
min read
The Illawarra Hawks are thrilled to announce the signing of three-time NBA champion and Olympic gold medallist JaVale McGee.
Standing at 7'0" with nearly two decades of professional experience, McGee boasts a decorated resume featuring championships with the Golden State Warriors (2017, 2018), Los Angeles Lakers (2020), and a gold medal with Team USA at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. He brings formidable rim protection, rebounding prowess, and Championship DNA to the Hawks roster.
"Adding JaVale McGee to our program is a game-changer," said Hawks General Manager Mat Campbell. "His leadership, athleticism, and championship mentality will elevate our group and energize the Illawarra community. The signing of JaVale reinforces the clubs commitment to sustained success and global recognition"
Joining a roster fresh off an NBL title in 2025, McGee will look to anchor the interior. Head coach Justin Tatum added, "JaVale's experience and competitive drive align perfectly with our culture of excellence. We’re excited to integrate him into our rotation and see him as a key contributor right away."
⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
Illawarra Hawks NBL26 Memberships on sale NOW
5 Feb
It’s fitting that Justin Tatum made history with the Hawks in New Zealand
5 Feb
FRIDAY NIGHT'S CLASH WITH THE SYDNEY KINGS IS SOLD OUT!
5 Feb
There’s not a single player within Tatum's remit who’s not playing career-best basketball.
30 Jan
The Hawks all-but sealed top spot on the ladder
25 Jan
Hawks own ‘Uncle Phil’ awarded an Order of Australia.
23 Jan
Hot Toddy shines at the pointy end
23 Jan
Justin Tatum Notches Up 50th Game as Hawks Head Coach
21 Jan
Catch up on Monday Nights clash against the Brisbane Bullets
21 Jan
Illawarra Hawks Clinch NBL25 Finals Spot
20 Jan
Tyler Harvey Reaches 150-Game Milestone
18 Jan
“The four quarters that we played was unbelievable,” Tatum said.
17 Jan
“That was not my only show” Darius Days
14 Jan
Illawarra Hawks announce Principal Partner for the remainder of the NBL25 Season
13 Jan
The finest performance of Sam Froling’s career
12 Jan
RD 16 Highlight Reel v NZ Breakers
12 Jan
“We’re coming on Monday, we'll be ready,”
Support your team with the latest gear
Grab your latest team releases before they're gone.
Follow for behind the scenes content
Get the latest Team Updates
Breaking news & special offers. Direct to your inbox.
2025/26 Memberships Now Available
NBL Properties
Subscribe to our Newsletter
The National Basketball League acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work, live & play. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present & emerging as well as all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Community. © year National Basketball League |Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy