Jordan Cody Baker (born October 11, 1992) is an American professional basketball player who is currently a guard for Vaqueros de Agua Prieta of the Mexican CIBACOPA. His character is based on the real African American professional football player Spencer Paysinger. Cummings also had a privileged upbringing.

Who is Billy Baker based on?

His coach, Billy Baker, is played by Taye Diggs on All American, although he was inspired by a real life football coach. All American is actually based on a true story, inspired by the real life of Spencer Paysinger, a former NFL player who works as the executive consultant on the show, according to Newsday.

Who is Jordan Baker inspired by?

Edith Cummings, a premier amateur golfer, inspired the character of Jordan Baker. A friend of Ginevra King, she was one of Chicago's famous debutantes in the Jazz Age.