- He is a Spanish professional basketball player
- He plays power forward and centre positions
- His parents are Nigerians
Usman Garuba is a Spanish basketball player who plays for Houston Rockets and their affiliate G League team, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and his current worth is estimated to be around $2 million.
Garuba can play either forward or centre position and has the potential to be a star in the NBA due to his prowess in defensive and passing skills.
The player began his career at a young age and 17 years, he became the youngest starter in Real Madrid’s history.
Usman Garuba Biography
| Full name | Destiny Usman Garuba Alari |
| Age | 21 years old |
| Height | 2.03 m |
| Place of birth | Madrid, Spain |
| Date of birth | March 9 2002 |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Occupation | Basketball player |
| Source of wealth | Basketball earnings |
| Marital status | Single |
Net Worth
Usman Garuba’s net worth is estimated to be around $2 million in 2023. He earns from his basketball career with a base salary of $2.5 million in this season, and is eligible for a five-year rookie extension contract valued at $205 million.
In addition, he also has sponsorship deals like clothing brand cuts.
As he continues to play in the NBA, his net worth is likely to increase in the future because he has the potential to be a star in the league and if he achieves this, his earnings will increase significantly.
Personal Life
Usman Garuba was born on March 9 2002 in Real Madrid, Spain to Nigerian parents, his father Mustapha who works for a manufacturing company Bimbo in Azuqueca de Henares and his mother Betty works for the Azuqueca employment programme.
Usman Garuba. Photo/The Dream Shake
Garuba has two siblings younger than him, a brother and a sister.
At 11 years, he began playing basketball and joined the Real Madrid youth academy, quickly rose through the ranks of the academy and became the youngest starter in Real Madrid’s history.
He was named Euroleague rising star and ACB Best Young Player. He has not been in the career for long but he has achieved so much to even winning a gold medal with the Spanish national team at the 2020-21 EuroBasket tournament.
Garuba is a quiet and humble individual who is focused on his career but also enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He is also a soccer fan who enjoys watching the Spanish soccer team Real Madrid.
He is a rising star in the National Basketball Association [NBA], with the potential to become a key player for the Houston Rockets shortly.
Garuba may get married in future but for now, he is focused on his basketball career.
The player grew up playing football but later switched to basketball because of his exceptional height, he was limited to playing soccer.
Career
Usman Garuba is a Spanish professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association and he plays as a forward and center positions.
Usman grew up passionate about football but he switched to basketball as his height limited his success in football. He joined Escuela Municipal de Baloncesto de Azuqueca where coach David Serrano helped him start his career.
He then joined Real Madrid’s youth academy becoming the youngest starter in the club’s history.
The player was named EuroLeague Rising Star and ACB Best Young Player, winning a gold medal with the Spanish national team at the Eurobasket tournament in 2021.
Usman Garuba. Photo/Houston Chronicle
Houston Rockets picked the player with the 23rd overall pick in the 2021 NBA draft making his NBA debut against New Orleans Pelicans. He also plays for Houston affiliate G League team the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. He is still young in his career and has made several achievements among them;
- FIBA U16 European Championship MVP in 2016
- EB Next Generation Tournament champion in 2019
- Liga ACB champion in 2019
- Supercopa winner in 2020
- ACB All-Young Players Team for two consecutive years.
- EuroLeague Rising Star in 2021
- He won a gold medal with the Spanish national team at the 2021 EuroBasket tournament.
Luxury Collection
Usman is a very private person who keeps his profile low away from the public. He has an impressive amount of net worth however, we don’t know about his assets in cars and property though it is certain that he can afford the best life.
FAQs
What is Usman Garuba’s height?
2.03 m
Is he married?
No.
What is his nationality?
Spanish.
What position does Garuba play?
He plays power forward and centre.
What is his net worth in 2023?
$2 million.
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