NBL veteran Lamar Patterson set for Australian citizenship
Lamar Patterson, 35, is preparing for an Australian citizenship ceremony. He could officially become a citizen by early 2027.
Patterson came to Australia with the Brisbane Bullets in 2018 and has played 121 NBL games. Patterson was the 48th pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.
Now he is getting ready for a citizenship ceremony. A ceremony in Wollongong is set for November 10.
But applicants usually get four weeks' notice first. Patterson will likely become a citizen later this year or in 2027.
Becoming a citizen will finish a journey spanning over eight years in the Australian league. He would join other players on his team who became citizens.
- 35
- Patterson's age
- 121
- NBL games played
- Since 2018
- Years in Australia
- Wollongong
- Ceremony location
Why it mattersGetting citizenship would give Patterson more freedom in his career. It could also give his NBL club more roster options.
AustraliaAn overseas NBL player becoming a naturalised citizen shows how the league attracts and retains international talent long-term.
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