Serge Ibaka is a Congolese-Spanish professional basketball player for Bayern Munich of the German Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) and the EuroLeague. At the 2008 NBA draft, he was selected by the Seattle SuperSonics in the first round, 24th overall pick. He has since played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Toronto Raptors. Los Angeles Clippers and the Milwaukee Bucks all of the National Basketball Association (NBA). We was a key member of the 2019 Toronto Raptors squad that won the NBA Championship. Also, he has three-time NBA All-Defensive First Team and two time NBA blocks leader.
Who is Serge Ibaka?
Serge Jonás Ibaka Ngobila, known simply as Serge Ibaka was born on September 18, 1989 in Brazzaville, PR of the Congo. He is one of 18 children birthed to Amadou Djonga and Desiree Ibaka. Both his parents played basketball in Congo.
He began playing basketball at an early age. His parents could be possibly be his major driving force behind his choice of sports. Ibaka’s younger brother Igor played NCAA basketball player for the Oklahoma State Cowboys.
At age 17, Ibaka moved to France and joined a second-division basketball team. He later made his way to Spain where he continued with the sport and naturalized for the country. Ibaka self-taught himself to speak Spanish.
Ibaka joined club CB L’Hospitalet, a Spanish second-division basketball team. During his time, he averaged 10.8 points and 8.2 rebounds and shot conversion rate of 55%. In 2008, he entered several international showcases, picking up an MVP award at the Reebok Eurocamp and the attention of NBA scouts.
During the 2008 NBA draft, Ibaka was selected by the Seattle SuperSonics with the 24th pick. He became the first player from the Republic of Congo to be selected in the draft, although the Oklahoma City Thunder (the re-branded SuperSonics that relocated to Oklahoma City six days after the draft) agreed to keep him in Europe.
He then signed a three-year contract with Ricoh Manresa from the ACB League in Spain, keeping the option to leave for the NBA after each season. In the ACB, he averaged 7.1 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1 block in 16 minutes per game.
Ibaka has also played for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles and the Milwaukee Bucks, all of the National Basketball Association (NBA). During the 2019-20 season, Ibaka won the NBA championship with the Toronto Raptors, as a pivotal member.
What is Serge Ibaka’s age, height and weight?
Serge Ibaka was born on September 18, 1989 in Brazzaville, People’s Republic of the Congo (present-day Republic of the Congo). He is currently 34 years old (as of 2023). He stands at a height of 6 feet 11 inches tall (2.11m) and weighs in at 107 kilograms (235 lbs).
What is Serge Ibaka’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
Serge Ibaka is from Brazzaville, People’s Republic of the Congo. He is a Congolese-Spanish national but his ethnicity is unknown.
What is Serge Ibaka’s profession?
Serge Ibaka is a Congolose-Spanish professional basketball player. He plays as a Center / power forward for Bayern Munich of the German Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) and the EuroLeague.
Who drafted Serge Ibaka?
Serge Ibaka was drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics. He was selected in the first round, 24th overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft.
What teams has Serge Ibaka been on?
Serge Ibaka has been on numerous teams all through his career to this day. He has played in Spain, United States of American and Germany.
Inter Club
L’Hospitalet
Manresa
Real Madrid
Oklahoma City Thunder
Orlando Magic
Toronto Raptors
Los Angeles Clippers
Agua Caliente Clippers
Milwaukee Bucks
Bayern Munich
How many titles does Serge Ibaka have?
Serge Ibaka has won two titles in his career; one in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the other with the Spain National Team. He won the NBA title in 2019 with the Toronto Raptors and the 2011 Lithuania FIBA European Championship.
What number is Serge Ibaka?
Serge Ibaka’s preferred jersey number is 9.
Who are Serge Ibaka’s Parents?
Serge Ibaka’s parents are Amadou Djonga and Desiree Ibaka. His parents both played basketball. His father played for the Republic of the Congo and with the Congolese national team, and his mother played for the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Does Serge Ibaka have siblings?
Serge Ibaka has seventeen (17) siblings. His younger brother Igor Ibaka played college basketball for the Oklahoma State Cowboys.
Who is Serge Ibaka married to?
Serge Ibaka is unmarried, neither has he been previously engaged. However, the basketball Center / power forward has been in several high profile relationships. As per reports, he is currently in a relationship with Cindy Bruna (2021). Previous girlfriends are Angela Simmons (2017-2018), Keri Hilson (2012-2016) and Hedisa Visapa (2011).
Does Serge Ibaka have children?
Serge Ibaka has one child, a daughter by name Ranie Ibaka.
What is Serge Ibaka’s Net Worth?
According to renowned outlet Celebrity Net Worth, Congolese-Spanish professional basketball player Serge Ibaka has amassed a net worth of US$50 million as of 2023.
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