
Mohamed Bamba
Utah Jazz/C/
Player Info
Mohamed Bamba is a uniquely gifted center for the Utah Jazz, whose extraordinary 7-foot frame and 7-foot-10 wingspan make him a constant shot-altering presence on defense. The 27-year-old from Harlem was the 6th overall pick by the Orlando Magic in 2018 out of the University of Texas, where his defensive potential was immediately evident. His early NBA years were a mix of spectacular shot-blocking highlights and struggles with consistency and fit within various schemes. After a trade to the Los Angeles Lakers, he found a niche as a rotational rim protector. Now with the Jazz, Bamba is looking to secure a larger role, offering not only elite rim protection but also a developing three-point shot that spaces the floor. While team honors have been limited, his block and rebound rates per 36 minutes have always been among the league's best. A fun fact is his high academic achievements; he was a standout student in high school and has varied intellectual interests off the court. In short, Mohamed Bamba remains a project with one of the most unique physical profiles in the league, aiming to put it all together as a modern two-way center in Utah.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
Preseason
GP
1
MPG
9
PPG
8
2PM%
0%
3PM%
100%
REB
3
AST
2
STL
0
BLK
1
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
More
Statistics
Preseason
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
1
Games Started
0
Minutes
9
Points
8
Rebound
3
Assist
2
Block
1
Steal
0
Field Goal %
33%
3-Point Field Goal %
100%
Free Throw %
83%
Offensive Rebound
2
Defensive Rebound
1
Turnovers
0
Assists/Turnovers
Infinity
Personal Fouls
2
Total Data
Points
8
Rebound
3
Assist
2
Block
1
Steal
0
Field Goal %
33%
3-Point Field Goal %
100%
Free Throw %
83%
Offensive Rebound
2
Defensive Rebound
1
Turnovers
0
Personal Fouls
2

