Marko Jaric

Marko Jaric is a professional basketball player for the Memphis Grizzlies of the National Basketball Association.

On June 13, 2008, Jaric became engaged to supermodel Adriana Lima. People.com: Supermodel Adriana Lima engaged to basketball star The couple married in a private civil ceremony in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, on February 14, 2009.People: Supermodel Adriana Lima Elopes! (February 23, 2009) Perez Hilton reported on May 26, 2009, that Lima is expecting the couple's first child.Perez Hilton: Supermodel Adriana Lima Is Pregnant! (May 26, 2009)

Jaric is reportedly being accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Philadelphia on March 7, 2009, while he was there for a game against the 76ers. His rep states that the allegations are false. The matter is being investigated.TMZ: Adriana Lima's Hubby Accused of Sexual Assault (March 13, 2009)

Marko Jaric was born in Belgrade, Serbia, on October 12, 1978. In 2000, he was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers with the 30th pick in the NBA draft.Basketball-Reference.com: Marko Jaric

In his first season with the Clippers, Jaric appeared in 66 games and averaged 7.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game. In 2005, Jaric was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. As of 2008, Jaric has career averages of 7.8 points, 3.9 assists, 2.9 rebounds and 27 minutes per game.NBA.com: Marko Jaric

• October 12, 1978: Born
• 2000: Drafted by Los Angeles Clippers
• 2006: Traded to Minnesota Timberwolves

• Mahalo's Guide to the Marko Jaric
• Basketball-Reference.com: Career Stats
  • Height: 6-7
  • Weight: 226
  • Rookie Year: 2002

• October 12, 1978: Born

• 1998: Member of the gold medal winning under-22 European Championship team

• 2000: Drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers

• 2002: Played on the Yugoslavian National Team that won the world basketball championship

• 2005-present: Traded to and plays for the Minnesota Timberwolves