Vít Krejčí Bio
Vít Krejčí is a Czech professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). A versatile guard listed at 6 feet 8 inches, he can play point guard, shooting guard, and small forward. He was selected in the second round of the 2020 NBA draft and has since built a reputation as a perimeter shooter and connector on the wing.
Born on 19 June 2000 in Strakonice, Czech Republic, Krejčí began his career in Europe before transitioning to the NBA in 2021. He became one of the youngest debutants in the history of Basket Zaragoza and later developed into a rotation player for the Atlanta Hawks before being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in February 2026.
Early Life and Background
Vít Krejčí was born on 19 June 2000 in Strakonice, a town in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic. He grew up in a country where basketball has long competed with football and ice hockey for attention, and he found his way to the sport through local youth programs. As a teenager, he trained with the youth academy of Sokol Pisek, a community club that helped him develop the fundamentals of the game.
His talent was evident at a young age, and at just 14, Krejčí left home to join the academy of Basket Zaragoza in Spain. The move placed him in one of Europe’s most respected basketball development systems, where he could compete against older, more physically mature players on a daily basis. He adjusted quickly to the demands of Spanish basketball, both on and off the court, and continued to grow as a perimeter player.
Path to Basketball
Krejčí’s first taste of senior basketball came in the 2016–17 season, when he began playing for Anagan Olivar, the reserve team of Zaragoza, in the Liga EBA. The experience allowed him to log meaningful minutes in a men’s league while still completing his growth physically. His performances for Anagan Olivar convinced the Zaragoza coaching staff that he was ready for the top flight.
On 5 March 2017, at 16 years and eight months of age, Krejčí made his professional debut for Basket Zaragoza against Fuenlabrada in the Liga ACB. He tied with Sergi García as the second-youngest debutant in club history, behind only Carlos Alocén. The debut was a clear signal of how highly the club regarded his long-term potential, and it set the stage for a multi-year apprenticeship in Spanish basketball.
Vít Krejčí Career
Basket Zaragoza (2017–2021)
Krejčí spent four seasons with Basket Zaragoza in the Liga ACB, Spain’s top professional basketball league. He developed gradually, learning the pace and physicality of senior basketball while contributing as a perimeter rotation player. Over time, he earned a regular spot in the rotation and became known for his shooting touch and willingness to defend multiple positions.
In the 2019–20 season, Krejčí averaged 3.2 points in 9.2 minutes per game and was named to the ACB All-Young Players Team, recognition reserved for the league’s top emerging talents. On 17 April 2020, he declared for the 2020 NBA draft, officially opening the next chapter of his career. His time in Zaragoza ended on a difficult note, however, when he suffered a season-ending left knee injury on 25 September 2020 in a game against Real Madrid.
NBA Draft and Oklahoma City Thunder (2020–2022)
Krejčí was selected with the 37th overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NBA draft by the Washington Wizards and was subsequently traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder. While recovering from his knee injury, he signed with the Oklahoma City Blue, the Thunder’s NBA G League affiliate, on 28 January 2021. The assignment gave him a controlled environment to complete his rehabilitation and rebuild his on-court rhythm.
On 2 September 2021, Krejčí signed a multi-year deal with the Thunder, formally joining the NBA roster. The contract represented a significant milestone, validating the patience both he and the organization had shown during his rehab. Across the 2021–22 season, he continued to develop his perimeter game under the Thunder’s player-development system.
Atlanta Hawks Era (2022–2026)
On 27 September 2022, Krejčí was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Maurice Harkless and draft considerations, beginning a new phase of his career. He spent parts of the following seasons shuttling between the Hawks and their G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks, while also spending time with the Iowa Wolves. On 16 August 2023, he was waived by Atlanta, only to return later that year.
On 22 December 2023, Krejčí signed another two-way contract with the Hawks, and he made 22 appearances (14 starts) during the 2023–24 NBA season, averaging 6.1 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists. His strong play earned him a longer commitment, and on 12 July 2024 he signed a four-year, $10 million contract extension. He appeared in 57 games (16 starts) in 2024–25, averaging 7.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. On 10 November 2025, he scored a career-high 28 points, including a career-high eight three-pointers on ten attempts, as Atlanta defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 105–102. Across 46 appearances in 2025–26, he averaged 9.0 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists.
Driving Style and Strengths
Krejčí’s game is built around perimeter shooting, positional versatility, and intelligent ball movement. His size allows him to play and defend multiple positions, while his shooting stroke stretches defenses from beyond the arc. He has steadily improved as a playmaker, and his recent seasons have shown growth as a connector who can keep the offense flowing.
Notable Events and Milestones
Among the highlights of Krejčí’s career are his debut for Zaragoza at 16 years and eight months of age, his selection to the ACB All-Young Players Team in 2020, and his career-high 28-point performance against the Los Angeles Clippers in November 2025. His signing of a four-year contract extension with Atlanta in July 2024 underscored the organization’s belief in his long-term potential.
Vít Krejčí Career Wins
Across his professional career, Vít Krejčí has collected a series of individual milestones rather than major championship trophies. His most prominent recognition remains his selection to the ACB All-Young Players Team in 2020, a season in which he averaged 3.2 points in 9.2 minutes per game for Basket Zaragoza. He has notched several career-high scoring performances during his NBA tenure, with his 28-point outing against the Clippers standing as his single-game best.
NBA Highlights
Krejčí’s NBA journey began when he was drafted 37th overall in 2020 and gradually developed through two-way assignments with the Oklahoma City Blue and College Park Skyhawks. With the Hawks, he grew from a rotation piece into a reliable perimeter contributor, logging 14 starts in 2023–24 and 16 in 2024–25 before stepping into an even larger role in 2025–26. His most recent win in the win column came during the 2025–26 season, when he posted averages of 9.0 points across 46 appearances.
Other Wins and Performances
At the international level, Krejčí represented the Czech Republic on several youth occasions. He was named to the All-Star Five of the 2019 FIBA U20 European Championship Division B in Matosinhos, Portugal, after averaging 14.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.1 assists and leading his team to the silver medal. In February 2019, he made his senior national-team debut during the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualification stage.
Vít Krejčí Family
Family Background and Racing Lineage
There is limited publicly available information about Vít Krejčí’s parents or extended family. He grew up in Strakonice and began his basketball journey with the youth academy of Sokol Pisek before relocating to Spain at age 14 to pursue his professional ambitions.
Personal Life
Public records do not provide confirmed details about a spouse or children for Vít Krejčí. He has spent much of his adult life between Spain and the United States, adjusting to new cities and leagues as his career has progressed.
2025 Season Performance
The 2025–26 NBA season represented another step forward for Vít Krejčí with the Atlanta Hawks. He appeared in 46 games, compiling averages of 9.0 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists while serving as a versatile perimeter piece for the rotation. His shooting efficiency, particularly from beyond the arc, remained a central feature of his game.
On 10 November 2025, Krejčí delivered one of the defining moments of his career, scoring 28 points on eight three-pointers in a 105–102 win over the Los Angeles Clippers. The performance confirmed his growth as a volume shooter and gave the Hawks a reliable offensive spark off the bench. His role grew steadily through the early months of the season, and his contract extension from July 2024 provided roster stability.
On 1 February 2026, Krejčí was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for Duop Reath, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2030 second-round pick, beginning a new chapter in his career. The trade reflected both his rising production and the Hawks’ continued reshaping of their roster. Krejčí joined the Trail Blazers with momentum from his best NBA scoring season to date.