BIOGRAPHY
Birthplace:
Nazareth, Israel
Residence:
Orem, UTAH
Joul N. Karram
Birthdate: January 28, 2006
Team: University of Utah Runnin' Utes
Weight: 233lbs.
Height: 6‘10"
Turned Pro: 09/22
Shoe size: 49 (EU)
Number: 5
Average points
per game:
Average blocks
per game:
Average assists
per game:
Average rebounds
per game:
4
11.8
3.5
13.6
Number of points scored per game in the last season
HIGH SCHOOL:
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Played for Hapoel Tel Aviv before joining the Runnin’ Utes
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Averaged 13.6 points, 11.8 rebounds and 3.5 blocks while shooting 4.29 from deep in 2023-24
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Member of Israeli U18 team that competed at the 2024 FIBA U18 Eurobasket in Tampere, Finland
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Named to the Israeli U18 All-Star Team in 2024
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Competed at the Adidas Next Generation Tournament qualifiers in Belgrade, Serbia, with Hapoel Tel Aviv
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Played on Israeli U16 national team at the 2022 FIBA U16 European Championships in Skopje, Macedonia
PERSONAL:
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Son of Sahar and Nader Karram
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Has a younger brother, Adi
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Undecided on a major
BIOGRAPHY:
Born on January 28, 2006, in Nazareth, Israel, Joul Karram is a promising basketball talent whose journey reflects dedication and international experience. Standing at 6-foot-10 and weighing 225 pounds, Karram's early passion for basketball led him to relocate to Tel Aviv during his high school years to further his development in the sport.
In the 2023-24 season, Karram showcased his skills with Hapoel Tel Aviv, participating in the Adidas Next Generation Tournament qualifiers. His impressive averages of 13.6 points, 11.8 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks per game, along with a 42.9% shooting accuracy from three-point range, highlighted his versatility on the court.
Karram's international experience is extensive. He represented Israel in the U16 European Championship in 2022 and played a pivotal role in the U18 team's journey to the semifinals of the 2024 FIBA U18 EuroBasket in Tampere, Finland. In 2025, he also competed in the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup held in Lausanne, Switzerland, further expanding his international portfolio. His performances earned him a spot on the Israeli U18 All-Star Team in 2024.
Beyond national team duties, Karram competed with Hapoel Tel Aviv in the Adidas Next Generation Tournament qualifiers in Belgrade, Serbia, sharpening his skills against top European prospects.
In August 2024, Karram initially committed to the University of Utah's Runnin' Utes. In 2025, he transitioned to Utah Valley University (UVU), continuing his collegiate journey in the United States. As a freshman center with UVU, he brings his global experience and strong defensive presence to the court, further developing his game in the competitive NCAA landscape.