Eli Ellis is an American basketball player, athlete, and social media personality best known for his standout performances in Overtime Elite (OTE) and as a point guard for the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Known for his elite shooting range, confident playing style, and scoring ability, Ellis became one of the most talked-about high school basketball prospects in the United States.
His success on the court, combined with a strong social media presence, has made him one of the most recognisable young basketball stars of his generation.
Essential data
- Full Name: Eli Ellis
- Stage Name: Eli Ellis
- Born: September 17, 2005
- Age: 20 years old
- Birthplace: Hickory, North Carolina, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: White
- Occupation: Basketball Player, Athlete, Social Media Personality
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Jeremy Ellis, Jenny Ellis
- Siblings: Isaac Ellis, Abraham (Abe) Ellis, and Ari Ellis
- Spouse: Not Married
- Children: N/A
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1 million USD
Early life and education
Eli Ellis was born on September 17, 2005, in Hickory, North Carolina, United States. He was raised by Jeremy Ellis, a respected basketball coach, and Jenny Ellis, in a family that has always been passionate about sports.
He grew up with three siblings: Isaac Ellis, Abraham (Abe) Ellis, and Ari Ellis, an accomplished basketball player who has followed a similar path in the sport. His ethnicity is White, and his religion is Christianity.
Eli attended Moravian Preparatory School in North Carolina, where he established himself as one of the nation’s top high school guards.
Career
Eli Ellis began attracting national attention during his high school basketball career because of his exceptional scoring ability and fearless style of play.
After joining Overtime Elite, he became one of the league’s biggest stars, representing the YNG Dreamerz.
During the 2023–24 season, he averaged more than 33 points per game, consistently delivering high-scoring performances against some of the best young basketball players in the country.
Ellis’s remarkable performances earned him the prestigious Overtime Elite Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, further boosting his reputation as one of America’s best young guards.
Following his success at Overtime Elite, Eli Ellis committed to play college basketball for the University of South Carolina, joining the South Carolina Gamecocks.
His commitment was considered a significant addition to the program because of his offensive talent and experience competing against elite-level competition.
Away from the basketball court, Eli has built a large following across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter).
He regularly shares training sessions, game highlights, behind-the-scenes moments, and videos featuring his family, allowing fans to follow both his athletic journey and personal life.
Awards and Achievements
- – Overtime Elite Most Valuable Player (MVP).
- – Ranked among the top high school basketball guards in the United States.
- – Four-star basketball recruit.
- – Averaged over 33 points per game during an MVP-winning OTE season.
- – Signed with the South Carolina Gamecocks.
Social Media
- Instagram: @eliellis2
- X (Twitter): @EliEllis2_
- YouTube Channel: Eli Ellis
- TikTok: @eliellis2
Personal life
Eli Ellis is currently single. There is no publicly available information about his past relationships. Information about his children is undisclosed. He is 20 years old and remains focused on developing his basketball career while balancing his growing popularity on social media.
He enjoys working out, playing video games, travelling, spending time with family, and creating digital content.
Ellis often trains with his younger brother and continues to improve different aspects of his game during the offseason.
His competitive personality and dedication to constant improvement have earned him respect from teammates, coaches, and basketball fans. His height is 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m).
Net worth
Eli Ellis has a net worth of $1 million USD. He earns income through college NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) agreements, sponsorships, endorsement deals, basketball partnerships, social media monetisation, and brand collaborations.