Six Nigerian Players Shine in 2026-27 NBA Season
The 2026-27 NBA season commenced with a record six Nigerian-born players on opening-night rosters, as confirmed by the NBA on October 20. This season marks the sixth consecutive year with at least 120 international players and the 13th straight with over 100.
The Nigerian players include Ugonna Onyenso of the Detroit Pistons, Charles Bassey of the Golden State Warriors, Adem Bona of the Philadelphia 76ers, Precious Achiuwa of the Sacramento Kings, Josh Okogie of the Utah Jazz, and Felix Okpara of the Washington Wizards. Josh Okogie, a Nigerian-American, joined the Utah Jazz in July after playing for the Houston Rockets, where he averaged 4.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 0.9 assists per game last season.
Kingsley, born in Owerri on September 25, 2004, plays as a Centre for the Detroit Pistons after being selected 53rd overall in the 2026 NBA draft and signing a two-way contract. He aims to impress in his debut NBA season.
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