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- James Nnaji is a Nigerian professional basketball player
- He was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in the 2023 NBA draft
- He has the best ability to protect the rim
James Nnaji is a Nigerian professional basketball player currently plying his trade in the Spanish Liga ACB for Bàsquet Girona on loan from FC Barcelona.
Nnaji was born in Makurdi, Nigeria and started playing basketball at the age of twelve years. He then left for Hungary to join Ratgeber Basketball Academy, to Spain to play for FC Barcelona and a year later he was promoted to Barcelona’s senior team.
The player was drafted by the Detroit Pistons with the 31st overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft and immediately traded to the Charlotte Hornets where he also had a spell. The 20-year-old is known for his athleticism and rim protection and is also a good rebounder and passer.
James Nnaji Biography
| Full name | James Nnaji |
| Age | 20 years old |
| Height | 2.11 m |
| Place of birth | Makurdi, Nigeria |
| Date of birth | August 14 2004 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Occupation | Basketball player |
| Source of wealth | Basketball earnings |
| Marital status | Single |
Net Worth
James Nnaji’s net worth in 2024 is estimated to be around $1 million, based on his salary as a player. Nnaji signed a four-year rookie contract with Charlotte Hornets worth $7.2 million in 2023 and earned about $ 1.8 million in his first season.
James Nnaji. Photo/El Periodico
